Executive Assistant

Working closely with the Head of G&D and the Adviser Growth and Development Leaders, this role provides essential support to the team through effective planning, communication, and data management. 

• Advisor communications – manage weekly and ad hoc communications, incentive communications, and oversee the flow of information shared on the Adviser Team chat and Adviser Channel. 

• Adviser meeting logistics – including venue selection, scheduling, and follow-ups; document meetings; manage action items. 

• Learning and development coordination – maintain learning runway and skills assessment documentation; handle Adviser session logistics; collaborate with internal colleagues, SJP, and external partners where appropriate. 

• Presentation and marketing support – produce slides for G&D initiatives and meetings; assist with marketing material creation and distribution. 

• Data and reporting – manage data entry, own Monday.com boards, and produce monthly and quarterly Adviser cohort performance reports; handle ad hoc data queries. 

• General administrative support – assist with incentives logistics and planning; coordinate with external providers. 

• Cross-functional liaison – work closely with Risk & Compliance, Operations, and Finance teams to support G&D leadership and strategy planning. 

Requirements

Knowledge and skills needed to perform the role  

• Strong organisational and communication skills. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Monday.com (or equivalent workflow tools). 

• Experience in event coordination and document management. 

• Confidence handling data and producing performance metrics. 

• Collaborative mindset and ability to work across departments. 

• Professional written and verbal communication skills. 

• Knowledge of financial advice desirable.  

Benefits

• Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days wherever you work best
• Performance bonus + Company-wide bonus (when Eight hits targets)
• 28 days' holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
• Private medical insurance & life assurance (4x salary)
• Wellbeing support: EAP, mental health helpline, cycle-to-work scheme
• Free mortgage and pension advice from our in-house experts
• Volunteering time: 8 paid hours annually via The Eight Foundation
• Regular socials & epic events