Investor Relations Assistant - Financial Services

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to support the investment relations team as an IR Assistant at a renowned Financial Services company. If you're a proactive multitasker with excellent communication skills and a passion for investment relations, we want to hear from you!
IR Assistant (based in London, Salary: £57k - £58k)
Here's what you'll be doing:
- Managing extensive diary schedules and coordinating travel arrangements, including complex itineraries across various time zones.
- Scheduling meetings and facilitating communication with investors, internal executives, and other stakeholders.
- Assisting in the coordination of investor events, including logistics and scheduling.
- Supporting the organisation of Advisory Board Meetings, managing member lists, and arranging ad hoc meetings as necessary.
- Handling phone calls promptly and efficiently, demonstrating excellent telephone etiquette and screening capabilities.
- Acting as an effective gatekeeper for the team.
- Generating presentations, letters, and emails, both from provided content and using own initiative.
- Conducting research using various tools and databases (training provided).
- Taking initiative to handle incoming issues and expand personal network internally and externally as knowledge grows.
- Processing expense claims in a timely manner.
- Assisting with ad hoc projects and administrative tasks as needed.
- Undertaking other ad-hoc duties and projects as assigned, as the role continues to develop and expand.
Essential Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of experience as an Assistant, providing support to at least two Professionals.
- Proficient in MS Office with a willingness to adapt to new systems.
- Demonstrated ability to navigate change and effectively solve problems.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Previous experience in an international setting is advantageous.
- Exceptional organisational skills, including multitasking and proactive planning.
- Approach unfamiliar situations with a practical and proactive mindset.
- High level of discretion, accuracy, and attention to detail; respects confidentiality and demonstrates integrity and sound judgement.
- Flexible mindset with a willingness to tackle tasks of any size.
- Openness to taking on additional responsibilities as they arise.
- Basic understanding of business and finance, with an eagerness to learn about Private Equity.
- Proficiency in languages, particularly German or Swedish, is a plus due to international environment of the company
Here are the benefits of the job:
- Competitive salary of £57k-£58k
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.
- Exposure to senior management and industry professionals.
Work Permissions: You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.