NERA: Executive Assistant

US064 National Economic Research Associates, Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading economic consultancy in London seeks an Executive Assistant to support Senior Directors with a proactive approach. The role involves high-level administrative tasks, including diary management and handling confidential documents. A competitive salary, extensive benefits, and growth opportunities are offered in a collegial environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Extensive benefits package

Health insurance

High-quality training support

Firm-sponsored social activities

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of EA experience in professional services environments.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive work ethic.
• Confidence in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level, proactive administrative support to Senior Directors.
• Manage legal document administration throughout project lifecycle.
• Handle travel arrangements and manage expense reports.

Skills

Diary Management

Proactive Administration

Confidential Handling

Expense Reporting

Microsoft Office

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

US064 National Economic Research Associates, Inc.

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Reference:

1e682afb85af

Job Views:

4

Posted:

07.07.2025

Expiry Date:

21.08.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

Description:

Executive Assistant

London

Since 1961, NERA () has provided unparalleled guidance on the most important market, legal, and regulatory questions of the day. Our work has shaped industries and policy around the world. Our field-leading experts and deep experience allow us to provide rigorous analysis, reliable expert testimony, and data-powered policy recommendations for the world’s leading law firms and corporations as well as regulators and governments. Our experience, integrity, and economic ingenuity means clients can depend on us in the face of their biggest economic and financial challenges.

NERA is a global organisation with over 500 professional economists based in more than 20 offices. Part of Marsh McLennan, NERA offers the infrastructure and benefits of a large corporation while retaining the culture of a smaller firm.

NERA London currently has a team of 5Administrative Assistants supporting around 80 consultants across different business lines. We are looking for an EA to support three partners.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to work both independently on some tasksas well as effectively within the existing administrative team and to also collaboratively support the wider office delivery.

Responsibilities will include:

Providing high-level, proactive administrative support to threeSenior Directors in the London office

Proactive diary management

Proactive administration in connection with legal documents throughout the lifecycle of a project, including but not limited to:

Letters of Agreement/Consulting Services Agreements, release letters, reliance letters, NDAs, subcontracts, novation letters. Includes populating contracts and subcontracts on the director’s behalf and managing firewall agreements throughout the duration of the project.

Supporting on Business Development efforts

Handling travel arrangements and making visa applications

Proactively supporting accurate expense reports in a timely manner

Coordinating on and providing materials in connection with proposal submissions

Remaining on top of invoicing for projects with a variety of invoicing structures

Dealing with highly confidential matters on behalf of Senior Staff on a regular basis

Requirements

We are looking for candidates who have at least 5 years of EA experience in professional services settings. Training for all in-house systems and processes will be provided. We are looking for someone who is professional, personable and diligent: the right candidate will have great attention to detail, an innate proactive work ethic and the ability to work effectively with multiple competing deadlines. Confidence working with Microsoft Office is essential.This role requires someone who is willing and able to be present in the office five days a week.

What we offer

Competitive salary and extensive benefits package including defined contribution pension and health insurance

Support to develop through high-quality training

Firm-sponsored social activities

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter by clicking APPLY below

#NERA

NERA’s clients value our ability to apply and communicate state-of-the-art approaches clearly and convincingly, our commitment to delivering unbiased findings, and our reputation for quality and independence. Our clients rely on the integrity and skills of our unparalleled team of economists, backed by the resources and reliability of one of the world’s largest economic consultancies. NERA serves clients from more than 25 offices across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. NERA provides an environment in which dedication to client and project success, individual professional development, and fun are at the forefront. The work environment is collegial, and there are numerous opportunities to learn and connect with staff at all levels.

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman . With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com , or follow on LinkedIn and X.Since 1961, NERA () has provided unparalleled guidance on the most important market, legal, and regulatory questions of the day. Our work has shaped industries and policy around the world. Our field-leading experts and deep experience allow us to provide rigorous analysis, reliable expert testimony, and data-powered policy recommendations for the world’s leading law firms and corporations as well as regulators and governments. Our experience, integrity, and economic ingenuity mean clients can depend on us in the face of their biggest economic and financial challenges.Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, civil partnership status, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments in accordance with applicable law to any candidate with a disability to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. If you have a disability that may require reasonable adjustments, please contact us at

Description:

Executive Assistant

London

Since 1961, NERA () has provided unparalleled guidance on the most important market, legal, and regulatory questions of the day. Our work has shaped industries and policy around the world. Our field-leading experts and deep experience allow us to provide rigorous analysis, reliable expert testimony, and data-powered policy recommendations for the world’s leading law firms and corporations as well as regulators and governments. Our experience, integrity, and economic ingenuity means clients can depend on us in the face of their biggest economic and financial challenges.

NERA is a global organisation with over 500 professional economists based in more than 20 offices. Part of Marsh McLennan, NERA offers the infrastructure and benefits of a large corporation while retaining the culture of a smaller firm.

NERA London currently has a team of 5Administrative Assistants supporting around 80 consultants across different business lines. We are looking for an EA to support three partners.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to work both independently on some tasksas well as effectively within the existing administrative team and to also collaboratively support the wider office delivery.

Responsibilities will include:

Providing high-level, proactive administrative support to threeSenior Directors in the London office

Proactive diary management

Proactive administration in connection with legal documents throughout the lifecycle of a project, including but not limited to:

Letters of Agreement/Consulting Services Agreements, release letters, reliance letters, NDAs, subcontracts, novation letters. Includes populating contracts and subcontracts on the director’s behalf and managing firewall agreements throughout the duration of the project.

Supporting on Business Development efforts

Handling travel arrangements and making visa applications

Proactively supporting accurate expense reports in a timely manner

Coordinating on and providing materials in connection with proposal submissions

Remaining on top of invoicing for projects with a variety of invoicing structures

Dealing with highly confidential matters on behalf of Senior Staff on a regular basis

Requirements

We are looking for candidates who have at least 5 years of EA experience in professional services settings. Training for all in-house systems and processes will be provided. We are looking for someone who is professional, personable and diligent: the right candidate will have great attention to detail, an innate proactive work ethic and the ability to work effectively with multiple competing deadlines. Confidence working with Microsoft Office is essential.This role requires someone who is willing and able to be present in the office five days a week.

What we offer

Competitive salary and extensive benefits package including defined contribution pension and health insurance

Support to develop through high-quality training

Firm-sponsored social activities

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter by clicking APPLY below

#NERA

NERA’s clients value our ability to apply and communicate state-of-the-art approaches clearly and convincingly, our commitment to delivering unbiased findings, and our reputation for quality and independence. Our clients rely on the integrity and skills of our unparalleled team of economists, backed by the resources and reliability of one of the world’s largest economic consultancies. NERA serves clients from more than 25 offices across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. NERA provides an environment in which dedication to client and project success, individual professional development, and fun are at the forefront. The work environment is collegial, and there are numerous opportunities to learn and connect with staff at all levels.

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman . With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com , or follow on LinkedIn and X.Since 1961, NERA () has provided unparalleled guidance on the most important market, legal, and regulatory questions of the day. Our work has shaped industries and policy around the world. Our field-leading experts and deep experience allow us to provide rigorous analysis, reliable expert testimony, and data-powered policy recommendations for the world’s leading law firms and corporations as well as regulators and governments. Our experience, integrity, and economic ingenuity mean clients can depend on us in the face of their biggest economic and financial challenges.Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, civil partnership status, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments in accordance with applicable law to any candidate with a disability to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. If you have a disability that may require reasonable adjustments, please contact us at