Executive Assistant - 1:1 to Founding Partner

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading boutique law firm seeks an Executive Assistant for direct 1:1 support to the Founding Partner in London. The role involves extensive organization, diary management, and essential secretarial tasks. Candidates should have a minimum of four years of experience in similar positions, ideally within legal environments, and need to thrive under pressure while adapting to changing demands.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of EA experience, ideally within a law firm.
• Proactive and adaptable individual with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and anticipate needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide extensive diary and inbox management.
• Assist with billing matters and arrange travel itineraries.
• Ensure seamless coordination in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Diary Management

Travel Arrangements

Secretarial Tasks

Flexibility

Pressure Handling

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Executive Assistant - 1:1 to Founding Partner, london

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Client:

Ryder Reid Legal

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a proactive and adaptable individual with a passion for providing exceptional 1:1 support? One of our boutique law firm clients is seeking an outstanding Executive Assistant to join their dynamic team.

This role is a permanent full-time role working 5 days a week (9:30am-18:00pm) in their office,s which are a walkable distance from Charing Cross station! Paying a competitive salary DOE.

You will be providing 1:1 direct support to the Founding Partner and your duties will include:

• Extensive diary and inbox management.
• 1:1 support
• Ensuring seamless coordination in a fast-paced environment.
• This role will involve various secretarial tasks such as managing diaries and inboxes
• Assisting with billing matters
• Arranging travel itineraries

The ideal candidate is someone who is self-sufficient, flexible, thrives under pressure, and has at least 4 years of EA experience with some demonstrable experience within a law firm!

This is a pivotal role that requires a professional who can anticipate needs, take initiative, and adapt to the ever-changing demands of a boutique firm.

An incredible opportunity to support at a top, senior level!

If this sounds like you, please apply and we'll be in touch!

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.

Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.

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