Executive Assistant to Head of Europe

Executive Assistant to the Head of Europe

We are looking for an exceptional, highly trusted executive assistant to support the Head of our European business.

This role sits within the European Executive Office, a dynamic team designed to multiply the effectiveness of the Head of Europe and European Leadership Team. You will act as the architect of the Head of Europe's time, ensuring it is focused on the highest-value strategic priorities.

Operating in a fast-paced, highly visible environment, you will bring judgement, foresight and structure to a complex agenda, enabling the Head of Europe to lead with clarity, focus and impact.

Key Responsibilities Architect and protect executive time

• Manage access to the Head of Europe within agreed priorities and systems
• Actively manage competing demands, making sound trade-offs and escalating when needed
• Use modern tools, including AI-assisted workflows, to optimise scheduling, prioritisation and time allocation
• Ensure the Head of Europe is consistently prepared, focused and positioned for impact

Anticipate, prioritise and remove friction

• Stay ahead of shifting priorities and anticipate needs before they arise
• Bring structure and discipline to a complex, fast-moving agenda
• Use AI and automation to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort and increase responsiveness
• Proactively remove logistical and operational barriers to maintain pace and focus

Operate at the centre of senior stakeholder engagement

• Act as a trusted interface to senior leaders, Board members, clients, regulators and external partners
• Represent the Head of Europe and Executive Office with credibility, professionalism and discretion
• Build strong, trusted relationships internally and externally

Enable seamless execution and communication

• Deliver flawless end-to-end execution of engagements, including complex international travel
• Use AI tools to support preparation of briefings, materials and correspondence, ensuring quality and consistency
• Ensure clear, timely flow of information into and out of the Executive Office office
• Apply judgement to synthesise information and highlight what matters most

Contribute to the effectiveness and evolution of the Executive Office

• Partner closely with the Chief of Staff and broader Executive Office team
• Contribute to leadership team rhythms and key forums
• Actively identify opportunities to modernise ways of working, including embedding AI and digital tools into executive support

Key Capabilities

• Significant experience supporting executives in complex, global organisations
• Exceptional judgement and discretion, with the ability to operate independently as a trusted partner
• Outstanding prioritisation skills, able to cut through complexity and focus on what matters most
• Highly proactive, anticipates needs and resolves issues before they arise
• Digitally fluent, using AI and automation to improve efficiency, insight and impact
• Strong attention to detail combined with a composed, solutions oriented approach under pressure
• Confident operating with senior stakeholders and navigating sensitive situations
• Commercial awareness and strong business judgement

Special Factors

• Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
• This position is hybrid and would require you to be in the office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday