Johanna Maatta
About Johanna Maatta
Johanna Maatta serves as the Executive Assistant to the Head of EMEA at Russell Investments, a position she has held since 2018. With extensive experience supporting C-Suite executives across various sectors, she has a strong background in executive operations and event management.
Work at Russell Investments
Johanna Maatta has been serving as the Executive Assistant to the Head of EMEA at Russell Investments since 2018. In this role, she provides high-level administrative support and manages various executive functions. Her position is based in Central London, where she has contributed to the company's operations for six years.
Experience in Event Management
Prior to her current role, Johanna gained significant experience in organizing over 130 annual global training events as a client-facing Training Manager for a Surgeon Education Program at an international medical devices company. This experience highlights her ability to manage complex logistics and coordinate large-scale events.
Support for C-Suite Executives
Johanna has extensive experience supporting C-Suite and Board level executives in the Financial and Professional Services sectors. She has managed executive back office operations, providing both business and personal support for high-level executives, including the founding CEO, Co-Founder, and CFO at a global primary research company.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before joining Russell Investments, Johanna worked in various capacities, including as an Executive Assistant at BSI, where she supported the Commercial Director and Finance Director from 2005 to 2012. She also served as an Executive Assistant at Third Bridge Group HQ from 2013 to 2018, supporting the CEO, Co-Founders, and CFO.
Early Career Background
Johanna's early career included roles in various sectors, such as Charity, Architectural, and Manufacturing companies. She worked as a Senior Office Administrator and PA to the Managing Partner at Penoyre & Prasad LLP from 2003 to 2005 and held a position as Project Office Manager at Amadeus Capital Partners for four months in 2005.