PA with responsibilities for the UK Corporate & Leveraged Finance team.

Key Responsibilities

·       PA support to the Head of CLF UK and members of the UK Corporate & Leveraged Finance team including diary management, call screening and access management.
·       Booking of business travel, accommodation, visa applications, itineraries and the processing of expenses for the managers and teams, in line with company policies.
·       Co-ordinate with CLF Personal Assistants in other jurisdictions as required.
·       Co-ordinate meetings and presentations as required.
·       Maintain holiday and absentee records for the assigned teams.
·       Organise meeting schedules for the above teams including overseas visitors.
·       Co-ordinate recruitment process (interviews etc) and co-ordinate set up for new staff.
·       Perform general office administration, office move requests, filing, copying, ordering stationery, IT and office supplies, distribution of post and document preparation and updating.
·       Co-ordinate fire drills and BCP training for assigned teams when required.
·       Provide cover for other front office assistant in times of absence, or when particular projects require extra help.
·       Assist in various business initiatives, ad hoc project work and reporting as required.

Management and Reporting

Report to the Head of CLF UK on the progress of the workload and specific issues on a regular and ad hoc basis.

Confidentiality
Ø  You may become aware of information of a confidential nature relating to the documents you work on. You shall treat any and all information as strictly confidential and will not release, disclose or divulge any or all of such information to any other person, including (but without limiting the foregoing) any employer, potential employer, journalist, recruitment consultant, educational establishment, friend, acquaintance or relative
Ø  You agree and acknowledge that any release, disclosure, divulgence or use of any or all of the Information shall cause serious damage and harm to CRÉDIT AGRICOLE CIB or any Group Company.
Ø  You agree to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, codes and any policies and procedures (including but not limited to the compliance handbook) that CRÉDIT AGRICOLE CIB or any Group Company issues from time to time and which apply to you and failure to do so may result in the termination of the engagement

Legal and Regulatory Responsibilities

·        Comply with all applicable legal, regulatory and internal Compliance requirements, including, but not limited to, the London Compliance manual and the Financial Crime Policy.

·        Maintain appropriate knowledge to ensure to be fully qualified to undertake the role. Complete all mandatory training as required to attain and maintain competence.

Our commitment to you

Join our team at Crédit Agricole CIB, the corporate and investment banking arm of 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2023). We offer more than just a job.

You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment where CSR is embraced in our day-to-day business operation, innovation is encouraged and diversity is celebrated.

Crédit Agricole CIB, the first French bank to have committed to the Equator Principles, is a pioneer and global leader in sustainable finance. Our commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility means that your work will have a positive impact on our communities and the environment.

With a people-centric culture where everyone is valued, and opportunities for personal and professional growth, Crédit Agricole CIB is not just a place to work – it is where you make an impact.

Our hiring process is open to all and should you have any particular needs or you may require adjustments, please let us know

·  Educated to A Level standard

·  Extensive PA skills

·  Excellent interpersonal skills

·  Excellent team player and ability to work independently

·  Good time management + ability to prioritise

·  Analytical + attention to detail

·  Financial background

·  International / cultural awareness

·  Highly organised

·  Pro-active

·  Strong networking skills

·  Tact/Diplomacy and decision making

·  Ability to work under pressure

·  Ability to meet and exceed goals

·  Good command of written English and oral French

·  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and supervisors

·  Excellent attention to detail

·  IT literate, competent in MS office, Excel

·  Strong PowerPoint skills

·  General understanding of the financial markets

·  General understanding of banking procedures

·  French speaking is desirable