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Senior Executive AssistantCity of London (Near Aldgate) | Hybrid – 4 days office / 1 day WFHUp to £65,000 + excellent benefitsA highly regarded international insurance firm is seeking an accomplished Senior Executive Assistant to provide trusted, high-level support to senior leaders while playing a key role in developing a growing administrative function.This is a strategic EA role, ideal for someone who enjoys operating as a true business partner rather than purely diary management. Alongside supporting senior stakeholders, you’ll act as a mentor to junior EAs, helping to shape best practice and raise standards across the team (without direct line management).Based in their London office, you’ll collaborate closely with a small, close-knit admin team and work with stakeholders across Europe and the Middle East. The business offers real autonomy, visibility, and the opportunity to influence how the EA function continues to evolve.Experience within professional services is essential, and candidates with legal sector exposure will be particularly well received.The RoleProvide proactive, high-quality executive support to senior leadersManage complex diaries, meetings and international travel across multiple time zonesOversee a shared inbox supporting c.40 London-based stakeholdersTake ownership of broader administrative and operational responsibilities beyond traditional EA dutiesWork closely with global colleagues across Europe and the Middle EastSupport marketing and events activity, including guest lists, mailshots and materialsPartner with the operations team on wider business initiativesMentor and support two junior assistants, sharing knowledge, guidance and best practiceAbout YouProven experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant supporting senior leadershipBackground within professional services (legal sector experience highly advantageous)Exceptionally organised with strong judgement and attention to detailConfident, proactive and comfortable working with high levels of autonomyAdaptable, hands-on and thrives in a fast-paced, professional environmentExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsGenuinely enjoys supporting and developing junior colleaguesA natural self-starter who takes initiative and ownershipKey DetailsHybrid working: 4 days in the office, 1 day WFHSalary: up to £65,000 (dependent on experience)Start date: January preferredInterviews taking place in JanuaryLegal sector experience: highly beneficialMentoring experience: desirable but not essential