Executive Search EA

An incredible opportunity for a polished, proactive, and exceptionally organised Executive Assistant to support a senior Partner in a global Executive Search firm. This opportunity suits an EA who thrives in a professional, client-focused environment and brings a calm, can-do energy to everything they do.

All about the role and company you would be working for!
Position: Executive Assistant (Temp to Perm)
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000
Hybrid set up: Office based (with some flex)
Benefits: Generous benefits package, global exposure, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative, high-performing team environment
What they do: Global executive search and leadership advisory firm working with top-tier organisations to shape leadership teams and drive change
Size of company: Multinational business with offices worldwide and a specialist team based in London
Company culture and what makes them great to work for: This firm fosters a high-performance, high-integrity environment where collaboration, precision, and professionalism are deeply valued. The EA will work alongside smart, committed colleagues and provide 1:1 EA support to a senior Partner who values calm problem-solving, discretion, and reliability. The pace is fast, the standards are high, and the work is meaningful.

Key responsibilities for this Executive Assistant position:

• Provide dedicated EA support to a senior Partner and their team
• Coordinate complex scheduling, meeting logistics, and travel arrangements across the UK and Europe
• Format, proofread, and deliver high-quality client materials and reports
• Manage project workflows and prioritise tasks independently
• Track and process expenses, invoices, and financial reports
• Maintain accurate records in internal systems and support database upkeep
• Provide occasional reception cover and collaborate with other EAs as needed

What background and experience are the company looking for?

• Proven EA experience, within Executive Search
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Comfortable liaising with senior stakeholders and maintaining confidentiality
• Highly proactive EA who is organised, and detail-focused
• Resilient, calm under pressure, and confident juggling changing priorities
• Strong relationship-building instincts and client service orientation
• ideally Degree educated

Who is taking care of the applications for this position?

Michelle Muthoni

For this role C&C Search is acting as an employment agency.
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