Executive Assistant and PA Recruitment Agency in London
Morgan Spencer is a specialist executive assistant and PA recruitment agency in London, placing vetted EAs and PAs into the city's financial services, legal, private equity and professional-services firms. London EA and PA salaries run from around £37,500 to £59,750, rising to £70,000 to £80,000 for C-suite EAs, and Morgan Spencer delivers shortlists in under a week.
Key Takeaways
- Specialists in placing Executive Assistants and Personal Assistants across London.
- Proven expertise matching high-level support roles with senior leadership teams.
- Rapid shortlisting with pre-vetted candidates often available within 5-7 days.
- Focus on cultural fit, discretion, and long-term placement success.
London EA and PA salaries in 2026
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Personal Assistant, London: £37,500 to £59,750 (Robert Half London, 2026), average £45,000 to £55,000 (Morgan McKinley, 2026).
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Executive Assistant, London: £38,500 to £64,500 (Robert Half London, 2026).
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Executive Assistant to C-suite or CEO: £70,000 to £80,000 plus bonus (Morgan Spencer live placement data, 2026).
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Time-to-hire: a specialist agency shortlists in 5 to 7 working days against an in-house average of around 6 weeks for in-office roles (NatWest Mentor, Apr 2026).
How Do Morgan Spencer’s Executive Assistant & PA Recruitment Services Work?
At Morgan Spencer, we specialise in placing experienced Executive Assistants (EAs) and Personal Assistants (PAs) into high-impact roles across London. With a dedicated EA/PA team and deep sector knowledge, we match top-tier support professionals with the city’s most dynamic businesses. Margaret George, Managing Director at Morgan Spencer, notes that London firms increasingly want an EA who can operate at board level with total discretion, which is why culture and confidentiality now weigh as heavily as diary skills in every brief.
What Does an Executive Assistant Role Entail?
EAs provide strategic, high-level support to senior leaders - from calendar and inbox management to board prep and stakeholder liaison.
How Is a Personal Assistant Different?
PAs typically handle day-to-day administration, diary coordination, and travel planning, often supporting one or more managers in fast-paced teams.
Why Should You Choose a Specialist EA/PA Recruiter?
- 95% placement satisfaction rate
- Access to pre-vetted talent ready to start
- Deep networks across London’s business support market
- Consultants with 10+ years’ experience in this niche
How Does Our Recruitment Process Work?
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Clarify & Brief - Decide whether you need high-level EA support or day-to-day PA assistance, outline key responsibilities, and share your team’s working style and urgency.
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Search & Vetting - We leverage our pre-vetted network, interview candidates, check references, and screen for skills, attitude, and long-term fit.
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Shortlisting - Receive tailored profiles within days (often within 5 to 7 working days), complete with insights on skills and fit.
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Interview and Select - We manage interview logistics, arrange meetings, gather feedback, and handle salary benchmarks.
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Offer and Onboard - We handle negotiations, contracts, and post-placement check-ins to ensure a smooth start.
Which Client Success Stories Illustrate Our Expertise?
- EA to CEO role filled in 6 days for a private equity firm
- Ongoing support for FTSE 250 board-level PA placements
- 3 simultaneous EA hires for a global consultancy during rapid expansion
FAQs
What is the difference between an Executive Assistant and a Personal Assistant?
An executive assistant supports senior leaders with strategic work such as board prep and stakeholder liaison, while a personal assistant handles day-to-day diary, travel and administration. London EA salaries run from £38,500 to £64,500 versus £37,500 to £59,750 for PAs (Robert Half London, 2026).
How much does a personal assistant recruitment agency charge in London?
London recruitment agencies typically charge 15 to 25 percent of first-year salary to place an EA or PA. Morgan Spencer benchmarks the fee and the salary to live 2026 bands before search begins.
How quickly can you fill an EA or PA role in London?
A specialist agency presents qualified candidates within 5 to 7 working days, against an in-house average of around 6 weeks for in-office roles (NatWest Mentor, Apr 2026).
What do executive assistants and PAs earn in London in 2026?
London PAs earn £37,500 to £59,750 and EAs £38,500 to £64,500, rising to £70,000 to £80,000 for C-suite EAs (Robert Half London and Morgan McKinley, 2026).
Do you recruit bilingual and private household PAs?
Yes. Morgan Spencer places bilingual executive and personal assistants and private household and family PAs across London, alongside corporate EA and PA roles.
Morgan Spencer has experienced Executive Assistant & PA recruitment consultants who access jobs across London within our prestigious client base. We have a broad variety of job roles including:
Our EA and PA desk places executive assistants, personal assistants, office managers, team assistants, bilingual PAs and private household PAs across London.
