At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the CEO by managing their diary, communications, and strategic projects.
- Company: A prestigious international law firm with a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team and make a real impact in a global setting.
- Why this job: Be a key player in a high-trust role that shapes executive decisions.
- Qualifications: Experience in a law firm and supporting C-suite executives is essential.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
A large international law firm is seeking an accomplished Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to its CEO. This is a senior, high-trust role requiring exceptional judgement, discretion and organisational ability. Candidates must have previous experience working within a UK or US law firm and must also have directly supported C-suite executives, such as a CEO, CFO, COO, CTO or equivalent. Applications without both law firm and C-suite support experience will not be considered.
The role involves acting as a trusted partner to the CEO, ensuring that their time, priorities, communications and commitments are managed effectively. Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing a complex and frequently changing executive diary
- Coordinating meetings across multiple offices and time zones
- Managing inboxes, correspondence and competing priorities
- Preparing agendas, briefing papers and supporting documentation
- Coordinating executive leadership and committee meetings
- Arranging domestic and international travel
- Tracking actions, deadlines and follow-up activity
- Liaising with partners, board members, clients and senior external stakeholders
- Handling highly sensitive and confidential information
- Supporting strategic projects and firmwide initiatives
Essential experience includes:
- Previous experience within a UK or US law firm is essential
- Direct experience supporting one or more C-suite executives is essential
- Experience supporting a CEO, Managing Partner or equivalent senior leader would be highly advantageous
- Exceptional diary, inbox and stakeholder management skills
- Strong written communication and document preparation abilities
- Excellent judgement and the confidence to manage priorities independently
- A calm, proactive and highly discreet working style
- The ability to anticipate requirements and resolve issues before they arise
Apply for a confidential chat about the position.
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