Temporary Executive Assistant (EA)

Adaptable Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Short-term assignment

Job summary

Adaptable Recruitment is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant for a well-established legal firm in Didsbury, Manchester. This short-term, temporary role requires someone who can quickly integrate and provide dedicated support to senior stakeholders in a fast-paced legal environment.

The position offers an immediate start, a professional team, and a friendly working atmosphere in a central Manchester location with good transport links.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Senior Administrator.
• Exceptional organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Discretion with confidential information and professional demeanor.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and business systems.
• Independent worker who adapts quickly to new environments.
• Experience in legal or professional services is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive executive support to senior leaders.
• Manage complex diaries, meetings and schedules.
• Handle confidential correspondence and documentation.
• Prepare reports, presentations and meeting packs.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and logistics.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Manage inboxes and prioritise communications.
• Support project coordination and administrative tasks as required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Discretion & confidentiality

Independent working

MS Office proficiency

Adaptability

Legal/professional services experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Executive Assistant

£40,000-£45,000 Immediate Start Didsbury, Manchester Short-Term Temporary Assignment

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established legal firm based in Didsbury, Manchester, who are seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to join their team on a short-term temporary basis with an immediate start available.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional Executive Assistant who can quickly integrate into the business and provide dedicated support to senior stakeholders in a fast-paced and professional legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive executive support to senior leaders
• Managing complex diaries, meetings and schedules
• Handling confidential correspondence and documentation
• Preparing reports, presentations and meeting packs
• Coordinating travel arrangements and logistics
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders
• Managing inboxes and prioritising communications
• Supporting with project coordination and administrative tasks as required

About You

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Senior Administrator
• Exceptional organisational and prioritisation skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Professional, discreet and capable of handling confidential information
• Confident using Microsoft Office and business systems
• Able to work independently and adapt quickly to a new environment
• Experience within a legal or professional services setting would be advantageous

What's on Offer

• Immediate start available
• Short-term temporary assignment
• Opportunity to join a respected legal firm
• Friendly and professional working environment
• Didsbury location with good transport links
• £40,000 - £45,000 DOE