Executive Assistant

Role: Executive Assistant - 12-Month FTC
Salary: £40,000 - £46,000
Location: London (Hybrid)

Are you ready to advance your legal career with a role supporting one of the industry's top-ranked partners in shipping litigation? My client, a prestigious international law firm, is seeking a skilled and motivated Executive Assistant to join their team in London on a 12-Month FTC with scope to go permanent.

About the Role

In this position, you will work closely with a leading partner who specialises in shipping litigation and is recognised in the Legal 500 for their exceptional work in this field.

Key Responsibilities

• Diary and Inbox Management: Overseeing the partner's complex calendar, scheduling meetings, and managing correspondence.
• Travel Coordination: Arranging intricate international travel itineraries, including flights, accommodations, and ground transport, often across multiple time zones.
• Document Preparation: Formatting, editing, and proofreading legal documents, presentations, and reports to a high standard.
• Client Liaison: Acting as a professional and confident point of contact for clients, managing queries, and maintaining up-to-date client information.
• Meeting Support: Preparing agendas, collating meeting materials, and taking accurate notes during key meetings.
• Billing Assistance: Supporting the billing process, including preparing draft bills, monitoring client accounts, and ensuring compliance with client requirements.
• Administrative Excellence: Managing filing systems, coordinating expense claims, and ensuring all administrative tasks are completed efficiently.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 4 years' experience as an Executive Assistant in a corporate / legal environment
• High proficiency with Microsoft 365 package
• Knowledge of iManage and 3E preferred
• Excellent communication and client relationship abilities.
• A proactive attitude and the capacity to manage competing deadlines.

What’s On Offer

• The chance to work alongside a highly regarded partner within a supportive and innovative environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.

How to Apply

If this 12-month Executive Assistant role appeals to you and you're available and ready to join a respected, well-known law firm, please apply now!