1 month ago

Executive Assistant

HSBC

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Full Time
£70,000
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
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Job Overview

Job TitleExecutive Assistant
Job TypeFull Time
Offered Salary£70,000
LocationBirmingham, England, United Kingdom

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Executive Assistant at HSBC

If you’re looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC, and fulfil your potential - whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or an exciting new direction, we offer opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.

We’re one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world, with a network that covers more than 50 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people fulfil their hopes and realise their ambitions.

We are currently seeking an experienced individual to join HSBC UK Risk and Compliance in the role of Executive Assistant.

You will be supporting three Senior Leaders within HSBC UK Risk & Compliance (up to Managing Director Level), as a trusted Executive Assistant. You’ll manage complex schedules, global meetings and travel, and handle sensitive information with discretion. Gain senior stakeholder exposure, lead small projects, and a play a key role in a fast-paced environment.

As an HSBC employee in the UK, you’ll have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.

In This Executive Assistant Role You Will:

  • Act as a key point of contact between executives and internal/external stakeholders, fostering positive relationships and ensuring effective communication.
  • Organise and coordinate internal and external meetings, offsites, leadership townhalls and other events, including all logistics and remote management.
  • Manage complex diaries, mailboxes and email distribution lists, responding and actioning where appropriate.
  • Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, prepare travel itineraries and process related expenses.
  • Register gifts and entertainment, raise purchase orders, liaise with Procurement, and maintain confidential files, records and documents in line with company policies.

To Be Successful as an Executive Assistant You Should Meet the Following Requirements:

  • Previous experience as an EA at a senior or executive level.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong organisational skills, including proactive diary management, prioritising multiple requests and effectively managing competing priorities.
  • Ability to work accurately and efficiently under pressure and tight deadlines, demonstrating sound judgement and independence in problem-solving.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and relevant bank systems (such as Fusion and Travel).

Opening up a world of opportunity.

Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we’re dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best. We take pride in being a Disability Confident Leader and will offer an interview to people with disabilities, long term conditions or neurodivergent candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Key skills/competency

  • Executive Support
  • Diary Management
  • Travel Coordination
  • Stakeholder Communication
  • Organisational Skills
  • MS Office Suite
  • Discretion
  • Problem-Solving
  • Logistics Management
  • Financial Administration

Tags:

Executive Assistant
Executive support
Diary management
Travel coordination
Stakeholder communication
Administrative
Meeting planning
Expense processing
Project coordination
Discretion
Record keeping
MS Office
Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Fusion
Travel system
Outlook
Video conferencing
Collaboration tools
Document management

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How to Get Hired at HSBC

  • Research HSBC's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
  • Tailor your Executive Assistant resume: Highlight experience in executive support, diary management, and stakeholder communication relevant to financial services.
  • Showcase organisational skills: Provide concrete examples of managing complex schedules, travel, and high-pressure situations effectively.
  • Prepare for competency-based interviews: Be ready to demonstrate proficiency in MS Office, discretion, and relationship-building skills.
  • Network effectively: Connect with current HSBC employees on LinkedIn to gain insights into the team and role expectations.

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