For our client, we are seeking a Personal Assistant to the CFO who will play a key role in supporting the Chief Financial Officer to operate at maximum effectiveness. The role requires a highly organised, discreet, and proactive professional who can manage a complex executive environment with confidence, precision, and sound judgement. In addition to dedicated PA support, the position also includes broader office administration responsibilities to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the executive office and support the wider Finance department as needed.
Responsibilities
Diary & Schedule Management
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Proactively manage and maintain the CFO’s complex calendar, scheduling internal and external meetings, board sessions, investor calls, and travel itineraries across multiple time zones.
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Prioritise and resolve scheduling conflicts independently, ensuring the CFO’s time is protected and optimally allocated.
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Prepare daily and weekly briefing packs, ensuring the CFO is fully informed and prepared for all engagements.
Communication & Correspondence
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Act as the primary point of contact for all internal and external communications directed to the CFO, including correspondence with board members, investors, banks, auditors, and executive stakeholders.
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Draft, review, and manage high-level correspondence, emails, reports, and presentations on behalf of the CFO.
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Screen and triage incoming communications, flagging priority matters and ensuring timely responses.
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Maintain strict confidentiality at all times in handling sensitive financial and corporate information.
Travel & Logistics
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Coordinate all domestic and international travel arrangements including flights, visas, hotel accommodations, ground transportation, and detailed itineraries.
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Manage travel expense reporting and reconciliation in line with company policy.
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Anticipate travel requirements in advance and resolve logistical challenges proactively.
Meeting & Event Coordination
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Organise, prepare, and coordinate board meetings, finance committee meetings, investor presentations, and off-site events.
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Prepare and distribute agendas, meeting packs, and supporting materials in advance.
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Record and distribute accurate minutes of meetings; track and follow up on action items to ensure timely completion.
Financial & Administrative Support
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Assist in the preparation, formatting, and proofreading of financial reports, board papers, investor decks, and executive presentations.
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Manage the CFO’s expense claims, credit card reconciliations, and approval workflows.
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Coordinate document management, filing, and archiving of financial and corporate records in compliance with company policy.
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Liaise with internal departments (Finance, Legal, HR, Operations) and external parties (auditors, banks, lawyers) on behalf of the CFO.
Office Administration
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Oversee the day-to-day administrative operations of the executive office, ensuring a well-organised and efficient working environment.
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Manage office supplies, stationery, and equipment procurement for the CFO’s office; liaise with vendors and service providers as required.
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Coordinate with the IT, Facilities, and HR departments to ensure office infrastructure, systems, and services are functioning effectively.
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Maintain and update internal databases, contact directories, and document management systems.
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Manage incoming and outgoing post, courier services, and physical correspondence on behalf of the CFO.
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Support the onboarding of new team members within the Finance department, coordinating access, equipment, and induction logistics.
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Assist in the preparation and submission of regulatory filings, company registrations, and compliance documentation as directed.
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Handle petty cash, office invoices, and basic purchase order administration in coordination with the Finance team.
Project & Ad Hoc Support
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Support the CFO on special projects, strategic initiatives, and cross-functional workstreams as required.
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Conduct research and prepare briefing notes on financial, market, or operational topics.
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Manage ad hoc tasks and personal administrative requests with professionalism and discretion.
Key Competencies
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Discretion & Confidentiality: Trusted handling of sensitive financial and corporate information at all times.
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Organisational Excellence: Ability to structure, prioritise, and execute multiple complex tasks effectively.
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Executive Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills on behalf of C-suite leadership.
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Proactivity & Initiative: Anticipates needs, solves problems independently, and acts without being asked.
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Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in correspondence, reports, and scheduling.
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Stakeholder Management: Comfortable engaging with board members, investors, banks, and senior leaders.
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Office Administration: Manages office operations, supplies, vendors, and administrative workflows efficiently.
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Adaptability: Flexible and resilient in a fast-paced, dynamic corporate environment.
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Technology Proficiency: Confident using relevant office and business systems.
Requirements
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Minimum 4–6 years of experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or Office Administrator, preferably supporting C-suite executives within a finance, real estate, or investment environment.
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Prior experience supporting a CFO, CEO, or equivalent senior executive is strongly preferred.
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Proven experience in office administration and facilities coordination.
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Exceptional organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously under pressure.
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Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English and Greek
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and digital collaboration tools (Teams, Zoom, SharePoint).
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High degree of professionalism, discretion, and integrity in handling confidential information.
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Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail.
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Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and exercise sound judgement without close supervision.
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Experience in coordinating international travel and managing complex multi-stakeholder calendars.
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Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Secretarial Studies, or a related field is preferred.
Benefits
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A dynamic and professional working environment within a growing, internationally active group.
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Direct exposure to senior executive leadership and complex financial operations.
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Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience.
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Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Salary
€32,500 annual gross