Location: Mayfair, London
Position: Hedge Fund Assistant (PA) –Maternity Cover
Sector: Hedge Fund / Investment Management / Buy-Side

Are you a Hedge Fund PA looking for a high-impact maternity contract within a world-class investment firm? We are headhunting for a sharp, quick-thinking Personal Assistant to join a premier US Hedge fund firm in the West End.

This is a maternity cover supporting a high-performing team of Portfolio Managers and Research Analysts. We need a Personal Assistant who truly understands the mechanics of a Hedge Fund and can hit the ground running.

The Role: Strategic Hedge Fund PA Support (Maternity Cover)

As the Hedge Fund Personal Assistant for this elite team, you will manage a very busy workload and act as a vital pivot point.

  • Expert Hedge Fund Diary Management: Mastering complex, global calendars for senior Portfolio Managers.
  • Global PA Logistics: Coordinating international travel, multi-stop itineraries, and visa requirements for a fast-paced team.
  • Investment Integration: Supporting the team through earnings seasons, researching conference dates, and managing vital broker relations.
  • Hedge Fund Operations: Handling data aggregation and special projects to ensure seamless performance.
  • Confidential Support: Managing highly sensitive pre-market information with total discretion.

The Candidate: Requirements for this Mayfair Hedge Fund PA Job

To be successful in this maternity cover PA role, you must demonstrate:

  • Hedge Fund Experience: Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or EA within a Hedge FundAsset Management, or Investment Banking (Buy-side/Sell-side knowledge is essential).
  • Exceptional Organisation: The ability to stay three steps ahead in a very busy Hedge Fund PA role.
  • Technical Mastery: Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, and Word).
  • Quick Thinking: A proactive, autonomous approach to problem-solving in a high-pressure environment.

Why Place Recruitment?

At Place Recruitment, we’ve spent 15+ years connecting superstar Hedge Fund PAs with London’s leading investment firms. We specialise in finding the “match made in heaven,” ensuring that even a maternity contract feels like a career-defining partnership.