Personal Assistant to the President - International Investment Platform

On behalf of an international investment platform with a strong transatlantic presence (between New York and Milan, extending to Central Europe, UK, Hong Kong, UAE, and China), we are conducting a confidential search for an:

Personal Assistant to the President

Position Purpose The Personal Assistant will work in close proximity to the President, supporting the coordination of strategic, operational, and relationship-driven activities in a global investment environment. This role requires a highly organized, intellectually agile, and discreet professional capable of managing complex agendas and interacting with senior stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a complex international agenda across multiple time zones
• Coordinating meetings with institutional investors, advisors, and senior executives
• Organizing international travel and high-level engagements
• Preparing briefing materials, reports, and presentations
• Supporting the coordination of investment-related initiatives and documentation
• Acting as a key interface between the President and internal teams, advisors, and international partners
• Managing sensitive correspondence and ensuring smooth information flow across offices

The position demands absolute discretion, strong judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced international environment.

Candidate Profile (Must-have)

• Significant experience as an Executive Assistant/Personal Assistant to senior leadership in investment firms, private equity, financial institutions, or advisory organizations
• Alternative backgrounds: Project coordination roles in corporate finance, consulting, or investment environments
• University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or Law
• Solid organizational capabilities and excellent attention to detail
• Basic familiarity with financial documentation and investment processes
• Fluent English (essential – C1/C2 level)
• Italian appreciated but not mandatory
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Personal Qualities

• Exceptional discretion and reliability
• Strong communication and interpersonal capabilities
• High level of professional maturity and judgment
• Ability to interact confidently with senior executives and investors

Nice-to-have

• Experience in transatlantic or global network contexts (e.g., NY-Milan)
• Knowledge of agenda/travel management tools (e.g., advanced Outlook or similar)

What We Offer

• High-responsibility role in a lean and international structure
• Integration into a dynamic platform focused on institutional investors, family offices, and strategic partners
• Gross annual salary starting from €50,000+ (depending on experience) + benefits
• Opportunities for occasional travel and schedule flexibility
• Collaborative environment with a network of advisors and investment professionals

Location: Milan (with occasional travel and schedule flexibility).