Executive Assistant Trainee - Amundi in London

You will join as part of the Investment20/20 programme.

Amundi, the leading European asset manager, offers its 100 million clients – retail, institutional and corporate – a complete range of savings and investment solutions in active and passive management, in traditional or real assets. With its six international investment hubs and offices in more than 35 countries, financial and extra‐financial research capabilities and long‐standing commitment to responsible investment, Amundi is a key player in the asset management landscape. It is the only European player to rank in the top 10 asset managers worldwide. Amundi clients benefit from the expertise and advice of 4,800 employees in more than 35 countries. A subsidiary of the Crédit Agricole group and listed on the stock exchange, Amundi currently manages more than €1.8 trillion of assets.

WHY JOIN US?

We actively encourage our people to draw on their entrepreneurial spirit, which at Amundi is fostered by a culture of fast growth and business development that promotes innovation and problem‐solving. We are convinced that encouraging people to take an entrepreneurial approach is the best way to leverage business opportunities across functional lines and borders and the key to sustainable growth. We also take our responsibility towards society very seriously having embedded responsible investing since our creation in 2010 in everything we do, working every day in the interests of our clients and society. Therefore, we look for individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset and who understand that to create value you need to lead, question, innovate, and continuously strive to improve. Our goal is to retain, nurture and develop talent, through mobility and training. By offering our people the opportunity to acquire knowledge and broaden their horizon, we help them reach their maximum potential and create added‐value, for themselves and for Amundi.

Programme information

You will join as a trainee as part of the Investment20/20 programme. While we can't guarantee a permanent position at the end of the 12‐month contract, it is our intention to make an offer to extend a further year, but this is up to how well you perform. 75% of Investment20/20 trainees are offered permanent positions. Our traineeship will introduce you to investment management and you will gain industry knowledge, experience and develop relationships enabling you to progress your career and provide you with skills to secure a permanent role. We will support you in achieving a professional qualification if this is something you are interested in doing. As part of the Investment20/20 programme, you will have opportunities to meet and network with over 300 trainees across the industry and participate in socials and insight events. Our trainee programme is a fixed‐term one‐year contract. You will receive 25 days annual leave. All roles are based in London.

Programme Summary

• Work closely with the Assistant to support the effective delivery of the CEO & COO's priorities.
• Organise business travel arrangements as required, including booking flights, accommodation and visas.
• Calculate, process and submit expense claims accurately and in a timely manner.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, courier services and special delivery requirements.
• Take meeting minutes where required.
• Assist the CEO / COO's Assistant with all event preparation requirements, including but not limited to the printing and binding of materials, preparing name badges, organising merchandise, and ensuring all logistical elements are prepared in advance.
• Prepare, print, bind and collate documentation for meetings, presentations and senior‐level engagements.
• Provide formatting and administrative support in the preparation of executive documents.
• Support to the CEO / COO & their Assistant with any ad‐hoc duties they may require.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion at all times when handling sensitive information.
• Work collaboratively with the admin team.

Key Attributes Required

• Professional, reliable, highly presentable, with a strong work ethic.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to respond positively to changing priorities in a fast‐paced executive environment.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proactive and willing to take ownership and responsibility for assigned tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident working with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion, professionalism and maturity.
• A collaborative team player with a friendly, positive, solutions‐focused attitude.

Additional

At all times the role holder will adhere to FCA and SMCR rules as well as the Company's policies and procedures. Where appropriate, the role holder will seek guidance from Head of Compliance, Senior Management or HR.