Executive Assistant (Legal sector)

Cogito; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

25 days holiday

Generous pension scheme

Job summary

Cogito is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to C-suite and Partners at a leading PE-backed national law firm in the United Kingdom. The role requires proactive organisation, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced professional environment.

The successful candidate will coordinate complex diaries, prepare legal documents, and support client engagement while travelling nationally as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant.
• Experience supporting senior executives or partners within a professional services environment, ideally within a law firm.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and document management systems.
• Professional, discreet, and detail-oriented.
• Open to travelling national on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex diaries, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, and legal documentation.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, including minute taking and follow-up actions.
• Support business development activities, events, and client engagement initiatives.
• Maintain confidential records and ensure information is handled with discretion.
• Assist with project coordination and day-to-day administrative support.

Job description

A highly regarded PE-backed national law firm is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to C-suite and Partners. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, highly organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex diaries, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, and legal documentation.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, including minute taking and follow-up actions.
• Support business development activities, events, and client engagement initiatives.
• Maintain confidential records and ensure information is handled with discretion.
• Assist with project coordination and day-to-day administrative support.

About You

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant
• Experience supporting senior executives or partners within a professional services environment, ideally within a law firm
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and document management systems.
• Professional, discreet, and detail-oriented.
• Open to travelling national on a regular basis

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to join a growing PE-backed national law firm
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package to include, but not limited to private healthcare, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and generous pension scheme.
• Career development and progression opportunities.

If you are a professional and confident Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant looking to play a key role within a rapidly growing law firm, we'd love to hear from you.