Executive Assistant

About the role

The Executive Assistant (EA) provides high‑level administrative and operational support to the Consulting Partners, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day management of the department. The role combines traditional executive assistance with coordination of departmental operations, risk‑management formalities, debtor follow‑up, internal communication, and project administration.

Key responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive executive support: manage complex calendars, appointments, meetings and travel arrangements; prepare agendas, presentations, reports and correspondence.
• Coordinate departmental activities: monitor deadlines, organise meetings, planning sessions and team events; maintain shared documentation and templates.
• Handle risk management and compliance: track client and engagement acceptance documentation, liaise with Risk, Compliance and Quality teams, maintain accurate records of approvals and compliance deadlines.
• Support debtors and revenue processes: monitor outstanding invoices, coordinate with Finance on overdue accounts, prepare debtor status reports and assist with billing and collections.
• Assist with project and operational tasks: track action items from Partner meetings, support proposal preparation and document formatting, maintain engagement filing systems and help schedule resources.
• Manage stakeholder relationships: build effective working relationships with clients, partners, managers and internal support functions, acting as a liaison between the Consulting department and corporate teams.

Required profile

• Ability to handle confidential records and sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience managing complex calendars, travel logistics and meeting arrangements.

Required skills