Private Wealth, Office Manager

Blackstone

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at . Follow @blackstone on , , and .Business Unit: Blackstone Private Wealth (EMEA)Role: Office ManagerLocation: LondonBlackstone Private WealthBlackstone Private Wealth was established to answer the growing demand for Blackstone products from high-net worth investors. Partnering with many of the world’s largest private banks and wealth management firms as well as family offices, Blackstone’s Private Wealth team packages and delivers the full breadth of Blackstone’s alternative product capability to these firms and their clients and provides ongoing product and advisor support, as well as education and training around alternatives.Blackstone is seeking an experienced and dynamic Office Manager to join our Private Wealth team in London. This individual will play a key role in supporting the Private Wealth business in EMEA, working closely with senior leadership and managing a range of operational and administrative functions. Reporting to the Senior Managing Director in London, the Office Manager will have significant management responsibilities, including oversight of administrative staff and involvement in strategic initiatives.Key Responsibilities:Executive Assistant to an SMDProvide EA support including but not limited to:
  • Extensive diary management, both corporate and personal
  • Coordinate internal and external meetings
  • Field telephone calls
  • Organize complex professional and personal travel itineraries and arrangements
  • Manage general personal and professional administration of a highly confidential and sensitive nature
  • Regular co-ordination of conference (audio & video) calls
  • Monthly reconciliation of professionals’ expenses, both corporate and personal
Office Operations & Strategic Planning:Collaborate with senior leadership to strategically plan and execute the upcoming office relocation. Manage current space allocations and requirements.Lead hiring and resource planning for Executive Assistants (EAs) as needed.Manage and coordinate office supplies.Primary contact for facilities and building management.Understand firm policies and coordinate/manage invoices.Team Management & Development:Oversee and manage all European Private Wealth administrative staff, including onboarding, training, and coverage planning.Ensure effective professional development, performance management, and retention of administrative staff.Expense Oversight:Manage all travel and expense (T&E) reports and ensure robust oversight of team expenses.Team Culture & Collaboration:Partner with firm marketing to coordinate EMEA team eventsSupport EMEA senior leadership in maintaining and fostering a strong team culture.Actively contribute to the development and cohesion of the wider administration team.Stakeholder Engagement:Build trusted relationships with key clients, internal partners, and stakeholders.Qualifications:
  • Proven leadership and management experience, with a track record of effectively overseeing teams.
  • Exceptional organizational, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.
  • Self-starter with a strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, multitask, and meet demanding deadlines.
  • Energetic, team-oriented, and motivated by challenges.
  • Operates with the highest degree of integrity, confidentiality, and intellectual curiosity.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to learn and grow within the role.
The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;Supervising or training securities licensed employees;Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; andAdvising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis. Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.To submit your application please complete the form below. Fields marked with a red asterisk * must be completed to be considered for employment (although some can be answered "prefer not to say"). Failure to provide this information may compromise the follow-up of your application. When you have finished click Submit at the bottom of this form.

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