Executive Personal Assistant

GWR Legal Recruitment Ltd; Leicester Forest East; Presencial; GBP 32.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Salary up to mid 30s

Bonus and Profit share scheme

Up to 30 days holiday + BH

Private healthcare

Wellbeing benefits

Descripción de la vacante

GWR Legal Recruitment Ltd, partnering with a respected commercial law firm in Leicester, seeks an experienced Executive PA to support the Chief Financial Officer. You will manage a demanding diary, organise meetings, prepare board materials and ensure strict confidentiality in all communications.

The ideal candidate will have prior PA experience at senior level, ideally supporting CFOs or partners, impeccable organisation, discretion and professional written and verbal communication.

Formación

• Experienced Executive PA or senior PA, ideally supporting CFO or senior leader.
• Background in a large organisation (200+ staff) is advantageous.
• Proven ability to handle confidential and commercially sensitive information with discretion.

Responsabilidades

• Act as discreet point of contact for the CFO and handle confidential information.
• Own busy diaries and arrange internal and external meetings.
• Prepare agendas and minutes, track actions, and chase outstanding tasks.
• Draft and produce board reports, presentations, financial statements, and correspondence.
• Process and administer drawings and other accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Support authorised fund transfers and drawdowns with thorough records and audit trail.
• Assist with partnership administration, including onboarding/departure of Partners and record keeping.
• Plan and run team meetings, workshops, training sessions, and firm-wide events.
• Drive departmental projects and monitor progress and key deadlines.
• Make travel, accommodation and related arrangements as required.
• Keep records, filing systems and data accurate and up to date.

Conocimientos

Executive PA experience

Diary management

Discretion

Communication

Organisation

Descripción del empleo

Executive PA to Chief Financial officer- Leicester

GWR Legal Recruitment is partnering with a respected commercial law firm to appoint a Personal Assistant to its Chief Financial Officer in Leicester.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate for this position will provide full PA support in order for the team to run at maximum efficiency. Some duties may include:

• Act as a discreet, trusted point of contact for the CFO, handling confidential information with professionalism at all times
• Take ownership of busy diaries, arranging internal and external meetings and appointments as required.
• Prepare agendas and accurate minutes, then track actions and chase outstanding tasks
• Draft and produce board reports, presentations, financial statements and correspondence
• Process and administer drawings and other accounts, making sure transactions are recorded accurately and in line with firm procedures
• Support authorised fund transfers and drawdowns, keeping thorough supporting records and a clear audit trail
• Assist with partnership administration, including the onboarding and departure of Partners, record keeping and associated documentation
• Plan and help run team meetings, workshops, training sessions, staff briefings and firm-wide events
• Help drive departmental projects and initiatives, monitoring progress and key deadlines
• Make travel, accommodation and related arrangements as required
• Keep records, filing systems and data accurate and up to date

About You

In order to be considered for this role the firm will be looking to see the following experience in applicants:

• An experienced Executive PA or senior level PA, ideally with experience supporting a CFO, CEO, Finance Director, Partner or similar senior leader within a business.
• Ideally, a background in a large organisation (200+ people), supporting executives at board level.
• A proven record of handling highly confidential and commercially sensitive information with complete discretion
• Sound judgement and the confidence to manage sensitive issues, and competing demands
• Excellent diary and meeting management, staying calm and in control when the schedule shifts
• Meticulous attention to detail, with strong organisation and the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines
• A proactive, self-sufficient approach, with the initiative to take ownership and see things through
• Polished written and verbal communication, and confidence engaging with senior internal and external contacts
• A professional yet approachable manner.
• Experience in a professional services, legal, financial or similar corporate setting would be an advantage

What's on offer

This firm is one which likes to reward their people well and share in their success. They will offer a comprehensive benefits package including things such as:

• A salary based on experience up to the mid 30s mark.
• Bonus and Profit share scheme (adding several thousand onto the package)
• Up to 30 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• A range of additional wellbeing benefits

If you are an experienced PA looking for a new role in the Leicester area this role presents an excellent opportunity to join a well respected commercial firm that values its people and offers long term career development within a supportive and professional culture.