Executive Assistant

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Microsoft Office

Communication skills
 
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Full-time
 
Location
69-73 Theobalds Road, London WC1X 8TA
 
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Company pension
 
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About the role...:
Are you a proactive and dynamic individual with a passion for client satisfaction and relationship building?

Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where no two days are the same?

If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We're seeking a proactive and organised individual to join our support team as an Executive Assistant.

As an Executive Assistant, you will provide administrative support to our Partners, Associate Partners, and Directors, across the growing CP Deals businesses: Corporate Finance, Transaction Services, Transaction Tax and Debt Advisory.

You will do this by:

Provide high-level administrative support to Partners, Associate Partners and Directors, managing calendars, scheduling meetings and coordinating travel arrangements
Act as a point of contact, handling internal and external correspondence with professionalism and discretion
Prepare and edit documents and presentations ensuring accuracy and attention to detail
Coordinate and support meetings, including agenda preparation, minute taking and following up on action items
Liaise effectively with internal departments and external stakeholders facilitate smooth communication and collaboration
Proactively manage expenses for the Partner team
Anticipate Partner needs and proactively manage tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
About you...:
As an Executive Assistant, you’ll be a proactive and self-Motivated individual who anticipates needs and takes ownership of responsibilities, with:

3+ years of experience supporting executives
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal across all levels of the business
Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite
Bonus points: Strong understanding of the M&A lifecycle, financial terminology and experience of the high-pressure environment of the deals
Open to applications to anyone based in Derby, Birmingham, Reading and Manchester.

About us...:
We’ve been dubbed ‘the rebels of accountancy’. We’re straight-talking. Never afraid to share our opinions. We put people and relationships before products and services, and deliver a streamlined, client-focused service – free from unnecessary red tape.

Check out our recent achievements:

Best Companies’ No.1 Accountancy Firm & No.30 Best Large Company to Work For in the UK
Became B Corp Certified in 2023 and we’re still the UK’s largest accountancy B Corp, measuring and improving our impact beyond business for a brighter tomorrow
Achieved 5 awards at the Inspiring Workplace Awards in 2025: winner in the Large Business category and best in class for inspiring People & Culture, Wellbeing, Inclusion and Employee Experience

What's in it for you?

Our people are the beating heart of our culture. We know that if you love working here, and you’re given the trust and autonomy to work in a way that best suits you, you’ll produce amazing results.

That’s why we offer things like:

A flexible approach to work - balancing working from home, in office or with clients
A generous holiday entitlement
An enhanced parental leave policy
An enhanced pension scheme
No dress code – just “wear something!”
A multi-award-winning wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health
Volunteering opportunities to work closer with local communities and charities
Cooper Parry social/sports clubs

Feeling supported and welcomed is such a big part of bringing your whole self to work. As an equal opportunities employer, we’ll work with you to ensure you have everything you need to develop your skills and achieve your best.

Get in touch if you have any questions about our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion or about accessibility/accommodations during your application process.

For the attention of agencies - unsolicited CVs will not be honoured. We will only accept CV submissions for roles briefed to you by our Talent Acquisition team.

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