Russian-speaking Office Assistant/PA
29 days ago
London
Role: Office Assistant/PA \n Location: Central London \n Salary: £30,000-£50,000 per annum \n Permanent | Full-time | Office-based (5 days per week) | 8:30am-5:30pm \n \n Overview and Opportunity \n \n A leading international private investment firm is seeking a highly organised and professional Russian-speaking Office Assistant / PA to join its London headquarters. \n \n Job description \n \n Reporting to the Office Manager, the successful candidate will provide front-of-house support, oversee day-to-day office administration, and assist senior leadership, including the CEO and teams across Finance, Investments and Legal. \n \n This is a varied role offering exposure to multiple areas of the business and would suit a proactive individual who enjoys taking ownership and thrives in a dynamic environment. \n \n This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator, receptionist or PA looking to develop their career within a prestigious and fast-paced corporate environment. \n \n Main Responsibilities: \n\n • Act as the first point of contact for visitors, clients and suppliers, providing a professional and welcoming front-of-house service.\n, • Manage office calendars, meeting schedules, conference calls and travel arrangements.\n, • Provide administrative and PA support to the CEO and wider business departments as required.\n, • Process invoices, expense claims and reimbursements.\n, • Monitor and renew key business documentation, including permits, licences and insurance policies.\n, • Maintain accurate office records, employee files, registers and filing systems.\n, • Coordinate incoming and outgoing correspondence, including mail, couriers, telephone calls and emails.\n, • Liaise with suppliers and service providers, negotiating contracts and managing ongoing relationships.\n, • Oversee office supplies, facilities management, maintenance and workplace presentation.\n, • Coordinate with external IT providers and assist with troubleshooting technical issues when required.\n, • Support office health and safety compliance, including acting as Fire Marshal and First Aider (training provided).\n, • Assist with internal communications, company events and staff engagement initiatives.\n, • Conduct research and prepare reports, summaries and documentation as requested.\n, • Organise complex and creative travel arrangements for senior stakeholders and the Principal.\n, • Support ad hoc projects and business initiatives as directed by the Office Manager and CEO.\n\n Ideal Candidate: \n\n • Fluent in both Russian and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n, • Previous experience in an Office Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Receptionist, Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant role.\n, • Strong organisational and multitasking abilities with excellent attention to detail.\n, • Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel and Word.\n, • Experience coordinating suppliers, service providers and office operations.\n, • Comfortable handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism.\n, • Proactive, resourceful and able to work independently while supporting a wider team.\n, • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.\n, • Previous experience supporting senior executives or working within professional services, investment, finance or corporate environments would be advantageous.\n\n Benefits: \n\n • Opportunity to join a respected international private investment firm.\n, • Beautiful Central London office location.\n, • Diverse and varied role with exposure to senior leadership and multiple business functions.\n, • Friendly, collaborative and supportive team environment.\n, • Secure long-term career opportunity with scope for development and progression.\n