Junior EA
- london, england, United Kingdom
- Remote
Job Description
Junior EA to UHNW Entrepreneur
Marcilly Recruitment's client, an UHNW creative family office, is seeking a bright, ambitious, and highly organised Junior EA to support the Founder of a fast-growing business.
They are seeking a bright Russell Group graduate with 1-5 years’ professional experience post-graduation. The UHNW founder and team are open to someone who hasn’t worked as an EA before as long as they have worked in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a high calibre candidate looking to build a long-term career in executive support. Working closely with the Founder's Chief of Staff, Senior Executive Assistant and the wider Office of the CEO team, you will gain exposure to high-level business operations, strategic projects, and executive decision-making while developing the skills required to progress into a senior EA position.
The successful Junior EA will thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working with multiple priorities, and possess excellent organisational and communication skills. This role offers significant learning opportunities and exposure to senior stakeholders across the business.
The position is office-based and reports into the Chief of Staff. There is flexibility to work from home when the principal is travelling. The successful Junior EA will need to be flexible for occasional evening and weekend support, along with occasional domestic and international travel.
Salary
£45,000 – £65,000 depending on experience - flex to £70K for the perfect candidate
Benefits
- discretionary bonus
- life assurance
- medical insurance
- pension
- 25 days holiday
- travel
- annual ski trip
- some flexible working
Start Date
ideally ASAP but happy to wait a notice period
Location
Prime central London
Hours
Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm
Junior EA Responsibilities
Executive Support
- Supporting the Senior Executive Assistant with complex diary management and scheduling
- Coordinating meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for the Founder
- Preparing briefing documents, meeting packs, agendas, and background research
- Assisting with inbox management and correspondence
- Coordinating logistics for board meetings, investor meetings, and senior leadership meetings
- Providing proactive administrative support across multiple business priorities
Business Operations
- Tracking actions, deadlines, and follow-ups across the Founder's portfolio
- Liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders
- Assisting with meeting preparation and post-meeting follow-up
- Supporting business projects and operational initiatives
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation
- Handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Junior EA Requirements
- Russell Group graduate
- 1 to 4 years' professional experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong problem-solving abilities and initiative
- High level of discretion and professionalism
- Proficiency with Google Workspace
- Comfortable using AI tools and modern workplace technology
- Professional, discreet, and trustworthy
- Strong team player with a collaborative approach
- Curious, motivated, and keen to learn
- Ambitious and eager to build a career in executive support