Kim Stevens

I am a highly accomplished, discreet, and results-driven C-Level Executive Assistant with over 15 years of cross-industry experience supporting CEOs and senior executives within fast-paced, high-performance global environments, including investment banking. Recognised as a trusted right-hand partner to executive leadership, I have consistently enhanced executive productivity, optimised operational efficiency, and strengthened stakeholder engagement by implementing structured processes, improving coordination across teams, and delivering seamless execution of strategic priorities. My expertise spans complex calendar and stakeholder management, global travel coordination, investor relations support, executive communications, and high-profile event delivery.

I bring a strong ability to anticipate executive needs, manage competing priorities, and operate with the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism. Adept at engaging with internal and external C-Suite stakeholders, board members, and government officials, I demonstrate exceptional interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills. I thrive both independently and collaboratively, consistently delivering excellence under pressure while maintaining a solutions-oriented approach.

Executive Assistant to CEO (UK & Regional Head: UK & Turkey) at Standard Chartered Bank (2020-03 – 2024-03)

Served as a strategic partner to the CEO, ensuring alignment and execution of key business priorities through proactive follow-ups and coordination across senior leadership teams.

• Served as a strategic partner to the CEO, ensuring alignment and execution of key business priorities through proactive follow-ups and coordination across senior leadership teams
• Directed complex calendar management, optimising scheduling across multiple time zones and prioritising high-impact engagements
• Coordinated executive-level meetings, board engagements, and leadership forums, ensuring seamless logistics and preparation
• Acted as a central liaison between the CEO, direct reports, and global stakeholders, facilitating effective communication and decision-making
• Led HR coordination processes, including recruitment lifecycle management (job requisitions, shortlisting, interview coordination, onboarding), as well as leave oversight and reporting line adjustments
• Managed high-profile corporate events, investor roadshows, and conferences, translating strategic objectives into detailed execution plans, including vendor management, budgeting, invitations, and stakeholder engagement
• Oversaw financial administration, including vendor payments, expense approvals, travel authorisations, and delegation of financial authority for direct reports
• Ensured accurate preparation and timely distribution of executive-level documentation, including agendas, presentations, and minutes
• Maintained strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information and executive communications
• Managed office operations, resources, and asset control to ensure optimal efficiency
• Demonstrated strong prioritisation and execution capabilities, consistently delivering within tight deadlines and high-pressure environments

Executive Assistant to Regional Co-Head, Global Banking (Africa & Middle East) at Standard Chartered Bank (2016-02 – 2020-03)

Executive Assistant to Regional Head, Corporate & Institutional Clients (CIC) (Africa) at Standard Chartered Bank (2013-09 – 2016-01)

Provided comprehensive executive support within a regional, multi-country environment, managing complex schedules, engagements, and travel logistics.

• Provided comprehensive executive support within a regional, multi-country environment, managing complex schedules, engagements, and travel logistics
• Coordinated extensive international travel, including visas, itineraries, accommodations, and executive-level logistics
• Supported international stakeholders and visiting executives, ensuring seamless coordination of meetings and engagements
• Prepared, edited, and formatted high-quality business documents, presentations, and reports with precision and efficiency
• Appointed Business Continuity Planning (BCP) Manager for Global Banking ARO, ensuring operational resilience and compliance with regulatory standards
• Managed office operations, including procurement and resource allocation, to support business continuity and efficiency
• Played a key role in HR coordination, including recruitment processes, onboarding, leave management, and supervision of support staff (Personal Assistants and Company Driver)
• Oversaw financial administration, including vendor management, expense approvals, travel authorisations, and budget oversight
• Maintained strong stakeholder relationships across regional leadership teams and support functions

Executive Assistant to CEO, COO, Head: Public Sector Finance & BEE and Vice Chair at Deutsche Bank (2011-09 – 2013-09)

Delivered high-level executive support to multiple senior leaders, including CEO and Board-level stakeholders, within a demanding investment banking environment.

• Delivered high-level executive support to multiple senior leaders, including CEO and Board-level stakeholders, within a demanding investment banking environment
• Managed complex calendars, ensuring efficient scheduling of executive priorities and stakeholder engagements
• Acted as a key point of contact for clients, board members, government officials, and senior stakeholders, handling correspondence with professionalism and discretion
• Coordinated local and international investor roadshows, including end-to-end logistics, investor materials, travel arrangements, and stakeholder engagement
• Organised Executive Committee and Audit Committee meetings, including preparation and distribution of agendas, board packs, and minutes
• Maintained and managed executive documentation, filing systems, and presentation materials with accuracy and confidentiality
• Supported HR processes, including recruitment coordination and leave management tracking and reporting
• Managed vendor relationships and office resources, ensuring smooth operational functioning

Executive Assistant & Roadshow Co-ordinator to the Heads of Markets, Debt Capital Markets (DCM), Commodities & Emerging Markets at JPMorganChase Bank (JPM) (2006-04 – 2011-08)

• Office administration, supervision & management to enable Team to optimise their portfolio and to execute their roles and responsibilities effectively and efficiently, inclusive of diary management, correspondence, client queries, etc
• Arranging Investor Roadshows both locally and internationally, inclusive of land & air travel, roadshow client packs, etc
• Financial control and management, inclusive of processing & payment of vendor invoices, travel claims, purchasing & management of stationery and office equipment and compilation of reports for CFO Assistance
• Event involvement with the Marketing team for the JPMorganChase annual Run and Year End Function

Certificate in Inclusive Leadership for People Managers - Advanced – Standard Chartered Bank (2018 – 2018)

Diploma in Secretarial Diploma – Quest (2004 – 2004)

Certificate in Project Administration – SnapTech (2003 – 2003)

Higher Certificate in Advanced Office Management – Damelin Management School (2001 – 2001)

Diploma in Public Relations Diploma – Cape Peninsula Technikon (1998 – 1998)