Job Description

Company Description

Evelyn Partners a top ten UK accountancy and advisory firm. Since 1881, we've worked with our clients to unlock opportunities and navigate the challenges of a changing world. As a trusted partner, we bring clarity to clients with complex requirements, shaping solutions that make a difference. Offering a broad range of services spanning business and private client tax advice, assurance and business services and a suite of advisory and digital services, we work with clients to understand their needs, uncover value and support every stage of business and of life. We believe this is how we can best support our clients' growth.



It's our vision to be the go-to professional services firm for sophisticated businesses and private clients with complex needs and our success hinges on our people. We are a team of highly skilled and passionate professionals, who are empowered to achieve their career aspirations, as we continue to build our business.



It has been announced that the group's professional services business will be re-branded to S&W in Q1 2025.

A highly experienced Executive Assistant with a proven track record of supporting Board-level and C-suite executives in dynamic, high-performance environments. Able to thrive under pressure and contribute strategically, this individual is a proactive self-starter who exercises sound judgment and discretion.


Tech-savvy and process-oriented, the ideal candidate combines operational efficiency with a hands-on approach, seamlessly balancing strategic initiatives with traditional EA responsibilities.

Job Responsibilities

Complex and extensive diary management, including arranging internal and external meetings, meeting room and hospitality, booking travel, accommodation, and restaurants. Ensuring all briefing papers and supporting documentation is provided in advance To be the gate keeper to the Executive Committee member's time ensuring that it is prioritised and spent in the most efficient and effective manner to suit the business Stakeholder liaison across Group Executive Board and senior teams Proactively underpin and promote the organisation's business strategy and people at the highest and most influential level with trust and discretion Communication: including emailing, answering telephones and drafting of written correspondence on behalf of the Executive General administration duties including submitting expense claims, coordination of holidays within the business unit(s), maintaining up to date business contacts, safe keeping of documentation and dealing with client correspondence Provide cover, support, and share best practices, working as a team with the other Executive Assistant's to effectively support the whole of the Executive Committee Ad hoc project management support: following up on any action points as required, tracking project progress, keeping the Executive Committee aware of the day-to-day progress of business projects, highlighting both problems and successes Willingness to travel to other office locations as and when required

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experienced

Substantial EA experience at an executive or board level Experience of working effectively under pressure with tight deadlines Exceptional organisational and prioritising skills Proven ability to maintain confidentiality with a high degree of discretion Competent in the Microsoft office suite with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with senior leaders and a range of stakeholders Ability to work as part of a team and individually Previous experience in a financial services organisation or regulated environment. Experience of supporting multiple board members Positive hands-on style, with a flexible approach to changing priorities and needs in a fast-paced environment Capable of taking the initiative and making decisions

Additional Information

As a colleague here at S&W Group, you will have access to benefits that include:

Competitive salary Private medical insurance Life assurance Pension contribution Hybrid working model (role dependant) Generous holiday package Option to purchase additional holiday Shared parental leave

We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At

S&W Group

we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we're delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workspace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.


We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.