Top 5 Qualities London EAs Share

At Attic Recruitment, we’ve spent years placing top-tier Executive Assistants across London’s fast-paced corporate and private sectors. While each EA brings their own personality and experience, the very best all share a core set of qualities that make them indispensable to senior leadership.

1. Proactivity

Exceptional London EAs don’t wait to be told what to do — they anticipate needs, spot problems before they arise, and take initiative without overstepping. Whether it’s rescheduling a meeting due to travel disruption or flagging a key deadline, they’re always two steps ahead.

2. Discretion and Trustworthiness

Supporting high-level executives means access to sensitive information. Elite EAs are trusted confidants who maintain strict confidentiality, handle delicate matters with care, and represent their principal with professionalism at all times.

3. Commercial Awareness

In London’s dynamic business landscape, top EAs understand the bigger picture. They know their principal’s goals, grasp company priorities, and align their support accordingly — making them true strategic partners.

4. Impeccable Organisation

With multiple calendars, travel schedules, and shifting priorities to manage, the best EAs are masters of organisation. They handle complexity with calm precision, ensuring nothing slips through the cracks.

5. Exceptional Communication

London’s top EAs are articulate, diplomatic, and confident communicators — whether drafting board-level correspondence, liaising with stakeholders, or managing upwards with clarity and tact.

At Attic, we know these qualities make the difference between good support and great. And it’s exactly what we look for in every EA we place.