Provide high-level administrative assistance.
Speed, responsiveness and efficiency are key for this role.
Supporting partners and associates within the team and supporting EA holiday cover, sick leave.
Proactively manage complex travel schedules, including flights, accommodations, and itineraries.
Ensure all travel arrangements align with partner preferences.
Prepare travel-related documentation and meeting materials.
Booking conferences.
Maintaining and updating client marketing database (Interaction).
Prepare and submit detailed expense reports in a timely manner.
Track and reconcile expenses against budgets and client billing.
Manage AML requirements for client onboarding, ensuring all procedures are followed.
Running conflict checks and drafting Engagement Letters.
Manage billing processes including time entry, invoicing, client account balances and follow up on outstanding payments.
Serve as a point of contact for clients, maintaining professional relationships.
Coordinate with internal teams including marketing, finance, and HR.
Support business development efforts, including CRM updates and client event coordination.

Minimum 3 years' experience supporting senior legal professionals.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Experience with legal billing software (3E).
Experience with BigHand.
Excellent attention to detail on travel arrangements and coordinating travel itineraries.
Excellent judgment, discretion, and attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritise workload.
Team player, who can also work on their own initiative.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Competitive salary
25 days annual leave
Immediate pension scheme
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including full gym and wellness programme
TaxSaver and Bike to Work scheme
Wide-ranging opportunities for involvement in internal committees

Executive Assistant – Corporate M&A

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