Legal Executive Assistant

Ryder Reid; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a confident Executive Assistant to support a dynamic Corporate Finance team. This exciting role offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant law firm located in the heart of the City, providing essential support to busy fee-earners. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a similar role at a top law firm, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and a proactive approach. With a competitive salary and the flexibility of hybrid working, this position promises a rewarding experience in a collaborative environment where your contributions will be valued.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a PA/Secretary role at a top US/City law firm.
• Ability to work independently and in a team with a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Produce quality documents and manage emails efficiently.
• Handle diary management, travel bookings, and liaise with clients.

Skills

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Document mark ups

Attention to detail

Job description

Are you a confident, self-managed PA who has a bubbly personality and knows how to add value? If so, this role could be the perfect fit.

We are recruiting for an Executive Assistant to work for one of our excellent, growing US law firms in the heart of the City.

They are looking for someone to join the team on a full time, permanent basis working Monday to Friday, 9:30-17:30. The role is paying very competitively depending on experience and offer hybrid working with 4 days in the office and 1 from home.

You will working in the Corporate (Finance) team supporting successful fee-earners who are busy and known in their field.

They are looking for someone who has worked 5+ years in a secretarial/PA role at a top US/City law firm. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to work independently as well as in a team, be adaptable and self-managed, and have a can-do attitude!

Key responsibilities:

• Produce quality documents
• Email management
• Diary management
• Entering time
• Travel bookings
• Liaising with clients
• Business development tasks

Skills required:

• Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• 5 years + experience working as a PA/Secretary as a top City/US law firm
• Experienced in document mark ups and revisions
• Excellent attention to detail

If this sounds like you and you have the above experience, please apply now and we'll be in touch!

Application Process: For further information and to apply, please submit your resume and cover letter. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist, for almost thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies. https://uk.linkedin.com/company/ryder-reid-legal.e