Frontier Economics is an economics consultancy that tackles the big questions facing governments, businesses and society. We help our clients to analyse and understand their markets and to formulate strategies based on sound economics. The methods and models we use are often complex, but our advice is always succinct, clear and honest.
The company has grown rapidly since it was founded almost 27 years ago and currently has around 500 staff working across nine European offices (Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, Cologne, Dublin, London, Madrid, Paris and Prague). The company is employee-owned and has a strong culture of openness and employee engagement.
The Competition Practice at Frontier
The Competition Practice is a leading team of economists spread across all offices who help high-profile clients with competition policy matters. Our work includes merger cases, market investigations, issues related to abuse of dominance, agreements between firms, and support in cases before competition authorities and courts across Europe.
The Practice operates as one integrated team and is supported by an embedded Practice Management Team (PMT), which works closely with economists and includes experienced EAs and PAs and the Business Development Coordinator. The PMT plays a central role in supporting the smooth planning, coordination, and delivery of work across offices.
The Junior PA will support the planning and delivery of work across London and other European offices by working closely with colleagues across the Competition Practice. The role involves taking ownership of straightforward administrative tasks, supporting EAs and PAs with delegated work, and contributing to the effective coordination of projects and activities. The Junior PA will be proactive, keen to learn, and provide high-quality administrative support in line with Frontier values.
Over time, you'll take ownership of a range of responsibilities, including:
Planning and OrganisationDiary management for internal meetings, including room booking (with scope to expand to external meetings as the successful applicant grows into the role)
Travel management, including national and international travel
Supporting the planning and organisation of project socials, client socials, and client events
Entering and maintaining accurate expense data in company systems
Using Frontier systems to log and maintain project and client information
Taking clear and concise notes during meetings and distributing summaries
Ad hoc administrative support, including printing, binding, and document preparation
Impact and DeliveryUsing initiative and knowledge from PAs and EAs to understand how to improve processes, suggesting new ideas and having support to drive them forwards
Completing tasks to satisfactory level and to meet deadlines
Using internal resources to build up knowledge of the firm
Communication and Partnership WorkingLiaising with PAs and EAs and taking on delegated tasks, as and when required
Working with Practice Manager and Mentor to understand feedback and how to get further support
Development and EngagementAttending training set up by Learning and Development as well as cross-team learning to improve knowledge around role
Building and maintaining relationships with relevant and various people across the business
You don't need to know everything on day one. You do need curiosity, reliability and a willingness to get stuck in.
You're likely to thrive if you:Have some experience in an administrative or support role
Are organised, detail-focused and comfortable juggling different tasks
Enjoy working as part of a team and building relationships
Communicate clearly and confidently, both written and verbally
Have a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365
Nice to have (but not essential):French, German or Spanish language skills
More advanced Office 365 experience
At Frontier Economics, we are entirely employee-owned, meaning every team member has a voice in shaping the company's future. Our collaborative culture encourages innovation, open dialogue, and shared success. Our stimulating and thought-provoking projects are complemented by a supportive and dynamic work environment, designed to help you thrive and grow. We also offer:Hybrid Working: Employees are expected to work in the office at least two days a week, with flexibility for remote work.
Holiday Entitlement: 28 days of annual leave, plus public holidays, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days of holiday per year.
Parental Pay: Enhanced parental pay of up to 2 months of full pay and bonus for primary carers.
Learning & Development: Extensive L&D opportunities, including Career Development Reviews with support from a dedicated Mentor.
Private Health Insurance: Fully covered Bupa health insurance with optional family coverage (partners' premiums and taxes paid by the employee; children included at no extra cost). Additional cover (e.g., optical, dental) can be added at the employee's expense.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Free, confidential support for work-life balance, health, family issues, or job-related challenges, available for you and your immediate family members.
Income Protection Insurance - All employees are covered by Frontier's Group Income Protection Scheme for long-term illness or disability.
Life Insurance - Company-funded Group Life Assurance Scheme, covering all permanent employees from their start date.
Cross-Office Travel & Secondments - Opportunities for secondments to different offices or practices to expand skills and experience.
If you have any questions or would like any additional information please email recruitment@frontier-economics.com.
We are looking forward to receiving your application!Frontier Economics is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. We are determined that everyone has an equal chance to join us and progress their career with Frontier. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in all its forms.
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