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Executive Assistant

Franklin Templeton
London, GBR
Full-time
Senior
Hybrid
Discovered 1 months ago
Microsoft Office

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About the Department

The Business Strategy team for Europe, Middle East and Africa and the Americas (excluding the United States) supports key individuals across Private Markets, Sales Enablement, and the wider team. Working closely with senior leaders and stakeholders across the organisation, the team helps drive strategic priorities, coordinate business operations, and deliver high-quality executive support. This is a collaborative environment where employees gain exposure to senior stakeholders, complex business activities, and international teams.

How You Will Add Value

Strategic Support

Support execution of key business priorities.

Partner with senior leaders and distribution teams.

Prepare and distribute internal and external communications.

Diary & Travel Management

Manage executive and team calendars.

Coordinate complex domestic and international travel.

Prepare detailed itineraries and expense reports.

Executive & Administrative Assistance

Provide day-to-day support to senior executives.

Coordinate meetings and prepare materials in advance.

Manage correspondence, invoices, and expense reporting.

Act as a key liaison for internal and external stakeholders.

Coordinate legal document execution and related processes.

Organise departmental events and business activities.

Prepare professional presentations, documents, and reports.

Welcome visitors and support office operations.

Analyse information and support business initiatives.

Partner with Technology and Facilities teams.

Coordinate arrangements for visiting staff.

What Will Help You Be Successful in This Role

Experience, Education & Certifications

Extensive executive assistant or senior administrative experience.

Experience supporting senior leaders in a corporate environment.

Fi nancial services experience is advantageous.

Technical Skills

Advanced Microsoft Office, Teams and SharePoint proficiency.

Strong document, presentation, and spreadsheet skills.

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

​ Soft Skills

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities.

Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.

Sound judgement and confidentiality handling.

Strong problem-solving capabilities.

Ability to work independently and proactively.

Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Work Schedule & Location

  • Full time with a minimum four days per week in the office.
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  • Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
  • As part of our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, we welcome applicants with flexible working arrangements in their current roles or those seeking a flexible working pattern. We encourage you to communicate any preferences for flexible working so that we can consider this during our hiring process. Additionally, returners – individuals who have taken a break from work – are also encouraged to explore our job opportunities.
  • As a registered UK Disability Confident Committed Employer, we encourage you to disclose if you consider yourself to have a disability as part of your application. This information enables us to provide the necessary support and leverage your unique talents effectively.

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