Executive Assistant

  • Huntress - Leeds
  • City, Manchester
  • Feb 23, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

Executive Assistant

Manchester Permanent

Hybrid - 50%

An excellent opportunity has arisen to work for a Manchester City Centre for an experienced Executive Assistant to support a busy Legal team in Manchester City Centre. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Secretary/ PA to take their first step into an EA role.

This role provides high-level support to multiple lawyers within a professional services environment. You will work closely with team leaders and internal support functions, managing a varied workload across client service, business development, diary management and billing.



Key Responsibilities

  • Proactive diary and inbox management

  • Coordinating meetings, travel and events

  • Supporting legal directory submissions and client communications

  • Managing matter opening, compliance checks and client records

  • Drafting correspondence and legal documents

  • Preparing proformas and supporting billing processes

  • Liaising with finance, counsel and internal support teams

  • Prioritising workflow and delegating tasks where appropriate



About You

  • Experience in a professional services environment, ideally as a Secretary or PA

  • Confident supporting multiple senior professionals

  • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

  • Strong communicator with a proactive approach

  • Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced setting

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PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.