Executive Assistant - Head of Investment Banking in London

Executive Assistant - Head of Investment Banking in London

London Full-Time 60000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Next Employment Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support senior leaders in a dynamic investment banking environment and manage complex priorities.
  • Company: Join a global banking powerhouse with a collaborative and empowering culture.
  • Benefits: Gain exposure to senior decision-making and make a real impact on business success.
  • Other info: Opportunity to mentor team members and drive operational efficiency.
  • Why this job: Be a trusted partner to executives and thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience as an Executive Assistant in demanding sectors and exceptional organisational skills.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

  • Executive Assistant – Corporate & Investment Banking Europe
  • London | Global Banking & Markets

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a high calibre Executive Assistant to support the Head of Corporate & Investment Banking (Europe), together with the Head of Risk & Operations and the CIB Business Manager.

This is far more than a traditional EA role.

You will be a trusted partner to senior leadership, operating at the centre of a dynamic, fast-paced investment banking business.

You'll manage complex priorities, navigate global stakeholders, lead critical coordination across time zones, and play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the executive office.

  • What You'll Be Doing
  • Acting as a strategic partner and gatekeeper to senior executives.
  • Managing complex global diaries, meetings, travel, and executive priorities.
  • Coordinating international travel, client engagements, leadership events, and hospitality.
  • Producing polished presentations, reports, and executive communications.
  • Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders across the business and globally.
  • Driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
  • Leading and mentoring two Team Assistants.

What We're Looking For

  • Significant Executive Assistant experience supporting senior leaders within Investment Banking, Financial Services, or a similarly demanding environment.
  • Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and commercial awareness.
  • Advanced Power Point, Word, and Excel skills.
  • Outstanding communication skills and executive presence.
  • The ability to remain calm, confident, and solutions-focused under pressure.
  • A proactive mindset, sound judgement, and absolute discretion.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to work alongside senior leadership in a highly visible role where you'll be trusted, empowered, and valued.

You'll be part of a collaborative, international team, gaining exposure to senior decision-making while making a genuine impact on the success of the business.

If you thrive in a fast-moving environment and enjoy being at the heart of the action, we'd love to hear from you.

Next Employment Ltd

Contact Details:

Next Employment Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Executive Assistant - Head of Investment Banking in London

Executive Assistant Experience
Organisational Skills
Attention to Detail
Commercial Awareness
Advanced PowerPoint Skills
Advanced Word Skills
Advanced Excel Skills