We are working with a leading full-service law firm seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support its Head of International and facilitate the activities of its International Board.
This is a varied, high-profile role combining senior executive support with international relationship management, business development coordination and project delivery. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring international activity is well organised, communicated and followed through across a global network of independent law firms.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing EA support to the Head of International, including complex diary management, correspondence and international travel.
Coordinating International Board meetings, agendas, minutes and follow-up actions.
Planning international trips, conferences, client events and visiting lawyer programmes.
Maintaining accurate international contact, referral and relationship data, alongside internal intranet resources.
Supporting international business development initiatives through research, presentations and coordination with the BD team.
Managing relationships with senior Partners, internal teams and overseas law firms.
Coordinating international secondee programmes, training, networking and social events.
Identifying opportunities to improve processes and using technology and AI to streamline workflows.
About you:
You will have significant EA or senior PA experience, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment, with strong experience supporting senior stakeholders. Excellent organisation, communication and project coordination skills are essential, alongside experience managing complex diaries, international travel and events.
You will be proactive, commercially aware and confident building relationships at all levels. The ability to manage competing priorities, exercise discretion, take ownership and work collaboratively across teams is key. Experience with CRM systems and an interest in using technology to improve processes would be advantageous.
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and forward-thinking EA looking to take on a broader role with international exposure, senior stakeholder engagement and involvement in strategic business initiatives.
