Executive Assistant

Mills & Reeve; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading firm in Manchester as an Executive Assistant. This role involves providing executive support, managing workflows, and ensuring high-quality client service. Ideal for organized individuals with strong communication skills and experience in professional services, particularly legal sectors. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits in an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional services environment providing executive support.
• Background ideally includes work with lawyers or similar professionals.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple lawyers and delegate tasks effectively.
• Facilitate business development and client service.
• Handle diary management and finance related tasks.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Multi-tasking

Relationship Building

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Manchester Private Client team as an Executive Assistant on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

The role

This role provides comprehensive Executive Assistant services to the local teams. You will work closely with Team Leaders and Regional Executive Services Managers, utilizing internal resources such as the Document Production team, Administrative Assistants, and Business Services. While you will have some autonomy in structuring your day, you will be an integral part of your team. You should be aligned with the firm’s values, have good client knowledge, strong relationships across the business, and, where appropriate, with clients.

The person

Ideally, your background includes experience in a professional services environment, providing executive support to lawyers or similar professionals. You are a natural organizer, thrive in multi-tasking roles, and can work effectively with diverse teams across the business.

The Role Additionally Requires Someone Who

• Will manage multiple lawyers and delegate tasks appropriately using available support teams
• Is confident in setting and prioritizing their own work agenda
• Is organized and methodical in their approach
• Has strong written and verbal communication skills
• Has excellent attention to detail, communicates effectively, and works well within a team
• Is confident in building sustainable relationships with internal and external clients
• Is willing to take on new responsibilities and challenges, remaining resilient

The activities

The role will include, but is not limited to:

• Business development
• Client service
• Diary management
• Finance and billing
• Managing workflow

For more details, please see the attached job description. We may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received, so early submission is encouraged.

The Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits. Click here to learn more about our core benefits.

Pre-employment screening

If offered the role, comprehensive pre-employment screening will be conducted, including DBS checks, right to work verification, employment history, and character assessment. Full details are available upon request.

The firm

Mills & Reeve is dedicated to achieving more for clients, their businesses, and communities. We build personal relationships and tailor advice to individual needs. Our team of over 1,250 people and 750+ lawyers share a vision of client success. We are ranked in the top 50 UK law firms, and valued as an employer, ranked in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work and awarded Platinum Investors in People.

And finally

We value diverse perspectives and are committed to an inclusive, supportive working environment. Flexible working arrangements are considered, and workplace adjustments are supported. Learn more about our diversity initiatives on our website.