Executive Assistant to the Partner – Business Development & Network

Executive Assistant to the Partner – Business Development & Network

Location: London (Hybrid)Employment Type: Full-time

Salary 45k per annum and generous commission structure

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded Executive Assistant to support one of our Partners in driving business growth, strengthening strategic relationships and expanding our professional network.

This is far more than a traditional executive support role. You will become a trusted right hand to the Partner, helping to build meaningful connections, identify business opportunities and ensure that our clients become part of a valuable professional ecosystem.

If you enjoy networking, building relationships and making things happen, this role offers a unique opportunity to work at the centre of a fast-growing business.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day executive support to the Partner.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, introducers and strategic partners.
• Ensure clients are actively engaged within the firm’s professional network and community.
• Identify opportunities for collaboration, referrals and business growth.
• Connect clients, investors, entrepreneurs and professional advisers where mutually beneficial.
• Organise networking breakfasts, private events, business lunches and community initiatives.
• Coordinate follow-ups after meetings and ensure commercial opportunities are progressed.
• Assist with business development initiatives and partnership activities.
• Work closely with the Marketing team on events, campaigns and brand visibility.
• Prepare presentations, meeting materials and briefing notes.
• Manage projects and coordinate activities across internal teams.
• Represent the Partner and the firm at networking events and business functions when appropriate.

About You

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant, Business Development Executive, Relationship Manager or similar role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Naturally confident when building and maintaining professional relationships.
• Commercial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Professional, discreet and highly proactive.
• Fluent English is essential.
• Russian or Ukrainian language skills would be an advantage.

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to work directly with a senior Partner.
• Exposure to entrepreneurs, investors, high-net-worth individuals and business leaders.
• A dynamic role combining executive support, networking and business development.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• The chance to play a key role in expanding a thriving professional community and contributing directly to the firm’s success.

Pay: Up to £45,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London EC4Y