Legal Executive Assistant

Overview

Executive Assistant – Real Estate Disputes

We’re working with a leading law firm looking to hire a proactive and highly organised Executive Assistant to support a small group of partners within a busy Real Estate Disputes team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment and enjoys taking ownership while building strong internal and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative and secretarial support to a group of partners
• Manage complex and ever-changing diaries, meetings and logistics
• Handle inbox management, draft emails and prioritise key communications
• Proactively manage scheduling conflicts and partner priorities
• Coordinate billing processes, WIP and financial administration
• Arrange travel end-to-end including itineraries and accommodation
• Liaise with internal teams including Marketing and Business Development
• Support with events, seminars and client-facing activity
• Attend meetings, take minutes and ensure actions are followed up
• Build strong working relationships across the team and with clients

Qualifications

• Experience supporting senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Confident managing diaries, inboxes and competing priorities
• Solid understanding of billing and financial processes
• A proactive, “can-do” attitude
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Strong MS Office skills including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Why apply

• Join a highly regarded law firm with an excellent reputation
• Work with high-profile clients on complex and interesting matters
• Collaborative and supportive culture
• Opportunity to make a real impact and contribute ideas
• Flexible, hybrid working environment

If you’re an experienced Executive Assistant looking for your next move within a top-tier legal team, get in touch or apply today.