Legal EA - Career Legal : Job Details

Our client, a prominent city-based law firm, is seeking an Executive Assistant for a 1-year maternity cover contract. This dynamic and hands-on position involves providing dedicated support to the Head of Department. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic, proactive EA who values a supportive and personable work environment and can adapt flexibly while using their initiative. Please note due to this being a maternity cover, this role will commence in February 2025.

Key responsibilities:

• Proactive diary and inbox management
• Organisation of internal and external meetings, client events, and conferences
• Travel arrangements
• Supporting with the overall operations and running of the department to include organising of appraisal reviews, department meetings, holiday approval etc
• Supporting with Business Development
• Matter management -onboarding new clients and AML checks
• Billing
• Preparing and distributing meeting agendas, minutes, and tracking action items
• Assisting with some personal ad hoc admin support

Key skills and experience:

• Previous experience supporting at Senior Partner level
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organisational and time management skills
• Proactive mindset with the ability to plan ahead
• The ability to act with discretion
• A flexible approach, strong business acumen with a keen interest in contributing to the firm’s success

This firm are offering a competitive salary and 2 days a week working from home.