Executive Assistant to General Counsel

Executive Assistant – 12-Month Maternity Cover

Global Finance Business | City of London | Hybrid (3-2)

Start Date: August

We are delighted to be recruiting for a leading global finance business, renowned for its innovation, collaborative culture, and stunning offices in the heart of the City of London.

Join a dynamic, forward-thinking team of Executive Assistants on a 12-month maternity cover contract, supporting the General Counsel for the international division. This hybrid role (4 days in-office, 1 day remote) offers the opportunity to work alongside senior stakeholders at the highest level, contributing to key legal and corporate governance operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• High-level executive support to the General Counsel
• Coordination of legal agreements and contracts
• Administration of internal systems including SharePoint
• Assisting with KYC (Know Your Customer) documentation and enquiries
• Preparation for and support of board and committee meetings
• Company Secretarial (CoSec) support
• Liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant in a corporate or legal environment
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Comfortable managing complex documentation and legal/compliance processes
• Discreet, proactive, and detail-oriented
• Experienced in using SharePoint and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of KYC and CoSec functions is highly advantageous

This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of an exceptional organisation and gain invaluable experience within an international legal function.