Executive Assistant to Partners – Construction Disputes

Forsters LLP; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Forsters LLP is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high‑level secretarial and administrative support to a small group of partners in a fast‑paced environment. You will manage diaries, handle emails on behalf of partners, and coordinate complex billing and finance processes while fostering strong client relationships and cross‑department collaboration.

The role requires flexibility around working hours, excellent organisational and communication skills, and the ability to adapt to

Qualifications

• Experience providing executive support in a professional services environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Act as a professional and client service ambassador for partners.
• Take ownership of diaries, manage appointments and related logistics to ensure meetings run smoothly.
• Manage inboxes for partners, draft emails, flag urgent items for partners.
• Coordinate billing processes, organize WIP and financial management meetings with the team.
• Build strong relationships with partners and internal teams to support business priorities.
• Arrange travel, understand personal preferences and handle arrangements from start to finish.
• Attend meetings and take minutes when required, following up actions before the next meeting.
• Coordinate BD activities with Marketing & Business Development and assist with events and seminars.

Skills

Diary management

Email management

Billing and financial management

Client liaison

Event coordination

Travel planning

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Forsters LLP is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high‑level secretarial and administrative support to a small group of partners in a fast‑paced environment. You will manage diaries, handle emails on behalf of partners, and coordinate complex billing and finance processes while fostering strong client relationships and cross‑department collaboration.

The role requires flexibility around working hours, excellent organisational and communication skills, and the ability to adapt to