Overview
Owen Reed is seeking an Executive Assistant – Rural Property to support partners in a top law firm in London. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, client-focused professional to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
* Manage partners’ diaries, appointments, and meetings proactively, resolving conflicts and ensuring readiness.
* Draft and manage emails, escalate urgent matters, and respond on behalf of partners when needed.
* Coordinate billing processes, WIP management, and follow-up on unpaid bills.
* Organise events, seminars, and client-facing activities with Marketing & BD teams.
* Arrange complex travel, including flights, accommodation, visas, currency, and detailed itineraries.
* Attend meetings, take minutes, and track follow-up actions.
* Introduce best practices to improve team efficiency and partner effectiveness.
* Build strong relationships internally and externally to support the smooth operation of the team.
About You
* Experience supporting senior partners or fee-earners in a professional services environment.
* Knowledge or experience in Rural Property and Private Wealth (desirable).
* Excellent organisational, prioritisation, and time-management skills.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
* Proactive problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate partner needs.
* Calm, professional, and diplomatic communication skills at all levels.
* Advanced Microsoft Office skills and familiarity with administrative systems.
* Flexibility, resilience, and a positive, “can-do” attitude.
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