Executive Assistant – Human Resources (12-Months Initially, Temp to Perm)
Location: City of London (5 days in office)
Pay: £26 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm

The Opportunity

Tay Associates is delighted to be partnering with a leading global investment bank to recruit a highly capable Executive Assistant to join its Human Resources division. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a prestigious, fast-paced organisation operating at the forefront of global markets.

Supporting senior leadership, including Managing Directors, you will play a pivotal role at the centre of the HR function. Acting as a trusted partner, you will bring sound judgement, discretion, and a proactive approach, ensuring seamless day-to-day support within a high-performing and collaborative environment. This role offers excellent exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to contribute to the operational excellence of a world-class organisation, with the potential to become permanent.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to two Managing Directors, with additional support to the wider team as required
• Coordinate complex internal and external meetings across multiple global time zones
• Manage busy and ever-changing diaries, proactively prioritising and resolving scheduling conflicts
• Arrange domestic and international travel, including the timely processing of expense claims
• Book meeting rooms and external venues, overseeing all associated logistics
• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations through forward planning and attention to detail

About You
You will be a skilled Executive Assistant with a professional, adaptable approach and the confidence to operate in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

• 3–4 years’ experience as an Executive Assistant within a corporate setting, ideally financial services
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and sound judgement
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to anticipate needs
• Comfortable working within a client-focused, high-performing culture

This is an excellent opportunity to join a globally respected investment banking institution, offering meaningful exposure, professional growth, and the potential for a long-term career path.

If you are a motivated and driven Executive Assistant seeking your next challenge, we would welcome your application.

Due to an expected influx of applications, please only apply if you have the necessary and relevant skills and experience.