Senior Executive Assistant – CEO Office (Financial Services)

About the role

The Senior Executive Assistant provides high‑level support to the CEO and the General Counsel & Company Secretary, ensuring smooth operation of the executive office and robust governance processes within a financial services organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s calendar, travel, correspondence and act as the primary gatekeeper.
• Prepare briefing materials, agendas and action items for all CEO meetings.
• Coordinate Board, Committee and Executive meetings, including agenda setting, paper distribution, minute taking and action‑tracking.
• Maintain statutory records, corporate filings and company secretarial documentation in line with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Support legal administration, regulatory filings and governance improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Proven experience supporting C‑level executives, preferably in financial services or a regulated environment.
• Demonstrated ability to handle highly confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organisational skills with the capacity to prioritise competing demands and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, capable of interacting with senior stakeholders.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work directly with senior leadership in a dynamic financial services firm.
• Exposure to governance, legal and regulatory functions.
• Professional development and continuous‑improvement environment.