Executive Assistant to Global Head of Product Control

About the role

The Global Head of Product Control at HSBC is seeking a seasoned Executive Assistant to provide high‑level administrative support. This role sits within the Product Control Business Support Team and serves as the primary point of contact for diary management, travel coordination, expense processing and ad‑hoc tasks.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the Global Head’s calendar, schedule meetings across time zones and organise business travel.
• Prepare and reconcile expense reports, ensuring compliance with HSBC policies.
• Support the Product Control Senior Leadership Team and Office Manager during absences.
• Collaborate with other Business Support team members, sharing workload and covering duties as needed.
• Maintain internal control standards and monitor operational risk associated with administrative processes.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior executives (MD level or equivalent).
• Excellent organisational, planning and multitasking abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, confident and able to interact with stakeholders at all levels.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with HSBC internal systems such as My Travel, Fusion, My Day and Resource Booking.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a global banking leader.
• Access to HSBC’s development programmes and career progression pathways.
• Supportive team environment that values sustainability and operational excellence.