Legal Executive Assistant (12-Month FTC) Salary: Circa £60,000 Location: London Hours: 8.30am – 5.30pm, Monday – Thursday in the office, Friday WFH Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract We are partnering with a leading law firm to recruit a Legal Executive Assistant to support the Head of their London Funds Team and the Co-Chair of the firm’s Global Real Estate Funds Practice. This is an exciting 12-month fixed-term contract, offering the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, high-profile environment. About the Firm Our client is a prestigious, full-service law firm with a global presence. Known for its collaborative culture and high-impact work, the firm advises leading institutions across the funds and real estate sectors. Key Responsibilities Inbox Management Efficiently organise and prioritise inboxes, reviewing, flagging, responding, and delegating as needed. Identify urgent matters and liaise promptly with clients and internal colleagues. Financial Oversight Support fee monitoring and forecasting activities. Act as the team’s in-house credit controller, managing client payments and resolving invoice issues. Lead practice group meetings to track and report on WIP performance. Personal Assistant Duties Manage shareholders’ global commitments and leadership-related tasks. Prepare essential documents for practice group and shareholder meetings. Perform a comprehensive range of PA duties to ensure smooth operations. Business Development Support Coordinate business development initiatives, ensuring impactful client engagement through pitches, materials, and events. Maintain the business development tracker and assist shareholders in nurturing key client relationships. Organise and host both internal and external business development events. Practice Group Administration Develop templates and initiatives to improve workflow efficiency for shareholders and the team. Oversee task delegation and follow up on action points from team meetings. Provide support in the lateral hiring process. The Ideal Candidate Proven experience as a PA or EA in a law firm environment, supporting senior fee earners. Excellent organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities. Strong attention to detail and discretion when handling confidential matters. Comfortable liaising with clients at all levels and across multiple jurisdictions. Proactive, adaptable, and able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leadership on both operational and strategic initiatives within a highly respected law firm.