Executive Legal Assistant

Ryder Reid Legal; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder Reid Legal is seeking a polished, proactive Executive Assistant to support a Senior Partner in a fast-paced, high-visibility role in London.

Hybrid role: 3 days in the office, 2 from home, 12-14 month fixed-term contract. Applicants should have board-level exposure and senior stakeholder management, with a background in legal or professional services preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong client-facing experience.
• Board-level exposure and stakeholder management.
• Experience supporting senior leaders at Partner/C-Suite level.
• Legal, professional services, or partnership environment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 executive support to a Senior Partner.
• Manage calendar, meetings, and complex administrative tasks.
• Coordinate communications with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Client-facing experience

Stakeholder management

Senior leaders support

Hybrid work experience

Job description

New Executive Assistant Opportunity | 12-14 Month FTC.

I'm currently recruiting for an exceptional 1:1 Executive Assistant to support a Senior Partner in a highly visible role.

Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 from home (flexibility required) 12-14 month fixed-term contract Salary highly competitive!

We're looking for someone with:

• Strong client-facing experience
• Board-level exposure and stakeholder management
• Experience supporting senior leaders at Partner/C-Suite level
• Please note: Legal, professional services, or partnership environment experience required

This is a fantastic opportunity for a polished, proactive EA who thrives in a fast-paced, senior-level support role.