HarperLloyd Recruitment is a legal specialist recruitment firm working with private practice firms, and we are currently partnering with a highly regarded national law firm to find a Legal/ Executive Assistant to support senior leadership within one of their key practice areas.

This is a unique and high-level role supporting a Practice Chair and wider legal team, with a strong focus on administrative excellence, stakeholder coordination, and financial practice support. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring exceptional service delivery across complex matters.

Why work at this firm?

This firm is known for:

▪️ National brand with an international alliance and strong reputation

▪️ Hybrid and flexible working options

▪️ Market-leading leave and parental policies

▪️ Professional development pathways and career transparency

▪️ Generous wellbeing initiatives, including in-house catering, gym membership, and wellness programs

The Role

Your duties will include:

▪️ Providing high-level EA/administrative support to a Practice Chair and their legal team

▪️ Managing billing, e-billing audits, WIP tracking, cost estimates, timesheets, and monthly financial reporting

▪️ Coordinating internal communications, diary and meeting management, and task prioritisation

▪️ Assisting with practice group operations and supporting delivery of exceptional client service

▪️ Supporting the drafting and formatting of presentations, documents, and correspondence

About You

You will be someone with:

▪️ Previous experience in a similar EA or Legal Assistant role, ideally in a law firm

▪️ Excellent written communication and attention to detail

▪️ Strong organisation and the ability to manage multiple moving parts under pressure

▪️ Initiative, reliability, and confidence managing up to senior stakeholders

▪️ A collaborative mindset and interest in mentoring and process improvement

Contact

HarperLloyd Recruitment is a dedicated legal recruitment firm specializing in private practice (from boutique to top-tier/international), government, and in-house placements.

With a background as a legal assistant, I have a deep understanding of the profession and a genuine passion for helping support staff take the next step in their careers.

If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to get in touch—we can assist you in finding the perfect opportunity!

Caitlin Bath

📧 [email protected]

📞 0489 084 879