Employment Legal EA

Leading London law firm, based in the heart of the West End, is seeking an exceptional Legal EA who thrives as a trusted gatekeeper, supporting two very busy Partners in the firm’s Employment & Immigration practice.   

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• Salary to £47,000 (flexibility)
• Hybrid working – 3 days in the office / 2 days remote
• Generous employee benefits
• 27 days annual leave
• Annual wellbeing fund

Employment Legal EA Key Responsibilities:

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• Take full ownership of partner diaries, proactively managing appointments, meetings, and logistics, including resolving conflicts and escalating critical issues
• Manage partner inboxes, draft and respond to emails, and highlight urgent client matters
• Oversee compliance, billing, and WIP processes, including coordinating financial review meetings
• Schedule regular diary reviews and follow up on outstanding actions from meetings
• Attend meetings, take accurate minutes, and track progress on action items
• Liaise with Marketing & Business Development teams to support events, seminars, and conferences
• Arrange and manage all travel requirements, including flights, accommodation, visas, and currency

Employment Legal EA Skills & Requirements:

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• Proven experience supporting Partners in a similar Legal PA / EA role within a law firm
• Confident and professional manner, able to build strong relationships with partners and clients
• Highly skilled in complex diary management, with the ability to anticipate issues and deliver effective solutions
• Enthusiastic and resilient, with the ability to thrive in a busy, demanding role
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills