Executive Assistant - Barristers' Chambers

Office Angels; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished legal chambers in London is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant for a maternity cover contract. You will support barristers and senior management by providing administrative assistance and managing various responsibilities in a professional environment. The ideal candidate has experience in professional services, strong organisational skills, and a commitment to discretion and confidentiality. This role offers competitive salary and benefits with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme membership

22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional services environment, ideally within legal, financial, or consultancy sectors.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel essential).
• Professionalism, discretion, and a strong commitment to confidentiality (including GDPR awareness).
• A confident and polished manner, with experience of diary management and liaising at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage renewals of Practising Certificates and Professional Indemnity Insurance.
• Oversee the onboarding and departure of tenants and members.
• Coordinate in-house training programmes and ensure compliance with CPD requirements.
• Provide high-level support to the Head of Chambers and members, including diary and travel management.
• Support senior management by scheduling and coordinating internal meetings.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Discretion and confidentiality

Job description

Executive Assistant (Maternity Cover - Fixed Term Contract)

Location: Temple, London
Contract Length: 9 months
Salary: 38,000 - 42,000 per annum

Are you an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant looking for an opportunity to support a distinguished team of legal professionals? Our client, a leading set of barristers' chambers based in the heart of Temple, is seeking a dedicated Executive Assistant to provide seamless administrative and organisational support during a maternity cover contract.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of one of London's most respected chambers, working closely with barristers, senior management, and professional staff.

Why Join This Chambers?

• Be part of a prestigious legal environment specialising in commercial, public & regulatory, competition, sport, financial services, and employment law.
• Work in elegant surroundings just a short walk from Temple station, in the historic Inns of Court.
• Join a collaborative and professional team that values precision, discretion, and excellence.
• Gain exposure to the inner workings of a modern, high-performing chambers with a strong reputation across multiple practice areas.

Key Responsibilities

Barrister Administration

• Manage renewals of Practising Certificates and Professional Indemnity Insurance.
• Oversee the onboarding and departure of tenants and members.
• Coordinate in-house training programmes and ensure compliance with CPD requirements.
• Provide high-level support to the Head of Chambers and members, including diary and travel management.

General Administration

• Support senior management by scheduling and coordinating internal meetings.
• Assist the Finance Manager with invoicing, expenses, and other finance-related administration.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support across chambers.

Pupillage & Recruitment Support

• Assist with the coordination of pupillage applications, mini-pupillages, and university outreach events.
• Prepare induction materials and oversee logistics for pupillage-related activities.

Marketing & Events

• Work with the Marketing Manager to deliver chambers' events and networking functions.
• Assist in preparing marketing materials and coordinating logistics for promotional initiatives.

Chambers Support

• Oversee day-to-day chambers activities such as weekly tea, drinks, and special occasion arrangements.
• Maintain internal communications, including intranet updates and newsletters.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will bring:

• Previous experience in a professional services environment, ideally within legal, financial, or consultancy sectors.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel essential).
• Professionalism, discretion, and a strong commitment to confidentiality (including GDPR awareness).
• A confident and polished manner, with experience of diary management and liaising at senior levels.

Contract & Benefits

• Hours: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm (1-hour lunch).
• Hybrid Working: 5 days in-office during probation (3 months), then 1 day per week from home.
• Leave: 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Benefits: Private Medical Insurance and pension scheme membership.

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