Executive Assistant - Manchester

  • The Recruitment Group
  • City, Manchester
  • Jan 27, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant / Senior Legal Secretary to join a leading national professional services firm, supporting senior professionals within a fast-paced Corporate and Commercial team. You must have previous experience as an Executive Assistant or Senior Legal Secretary, ideally within professional services.

You'll provide comprehensive executive support across a range of administrative, organisational, and client service tasks. This role offers the autonomy to manage your own workload while being an integral part of a collaborative and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities of the Executive Assistant / Senior Legal Secretary:

  • Proactive diary and email management for multiple professionals
  • Preparing documents, correspondence, and meeting materials
  • Coordinating travel, accommodation, and event arrangements
  • Supporting billing, expenses, and financial reporting processes
  • Assisting with client onboarding, compliance, and matter management
  • Helping organise business development activities, marketing updates, and networking events

About You:
We're looking for a confident and adaptable individual who thrives in a busy professional environment. You'll have:

  • Previous experience as an Executive Assistant or Senior Legal Secretary, ideally within professional services
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
  • A proactive attitude, with the confidence to build relationships at all levels

Benefits include

  • Enhanced pension
  • Staff Bonus
  • Enhanced MAT/PAT
  • Wellbeing benefits
  • Healthcash plan
  • 25 days holiday + BH
  • Enhanced leave for service

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