Executive Assistant
Hybrid · London, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Executive Assistant to the Managing Director of one of Howden's broking pillars. Own end-to-end executive support, manage complex diaries and calendars, coordinate meetings end-to-end (agenda, logistics, minute-taking and follow-up), and prepare materials for internal and external meetings. Support quarterly results preparation, create and refine PowerPoint presentations, arrange travel and expenses, and act as a strategic partner on initiatives. Organise strategy days and leadership sessions, liaise with senior stakeholders to progress actions, and handle sensitive information with discretion. Demonstrate proactive initiative, autonomy, and effective communication to enable leadership by aligning priorities with business objectives in a fast-paced environment.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience supporting a Managing Director or senior executive in a complex, fast-paced business environment
- Experience managing diaries, meetings, travel, expenses and executive coordination at a senior level
- Experience preparing executive-level presentations, briefings and papers for internal and external audiences
- Evidence of supporting strategic projects, business priorities or leadership initiatives beyond day-to-day administration
- Experience engaging confidently with senior stakeholders and managing competing priorities
- A track record of working with autonomy, discretion and sound judgement in handling confidential matters
- Evidence of being proactive and committed, with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative
- Strong written and verbal English, with the ability to communicate information clearly and effectively
- Good numeracy skills, with confidence working with figures, data or performance information relevant to the role
- A relevant business, administration or professional qualification is desirable
Desired Qualifications
- A relevant business, administration or professional qualification is desirable.
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