Eventus Legal are seeking an Executive Assistant to join the corporate team of a well-regarded law firm in Manchester. This is a permanent, full-time job offering a salary up to £26,000, alongside hybrid working of 3 days in the Manchester office and 2 days from home. Based in Manchester, this is an excellent opportunity for an organised and personable Executive Assistant looking to join a supportive team environment with long-term career stability, varied responsibilities and a collaborative culture.

About the Job

As the incoming Executive Assistant, you will provide key support to a busy Corporate team alongside occasional assistance to the Employment department. This is a varied and fast-paced Executive Assistant job where you will become a central point of support across compliance, administration and team coordination. The employer is seeking someone proactive and confident who enjoys working as part of a close-knit office environment and can manage a broad range of responsibilities efficiently.

Your key repsonisibiities will include:

• Managing file opening processes and overseeing ongoing compliance requirements
• Carrying out AML and KYC checks whilst monitoring file compliance processes
• Preparing and coordinating payments for submission to accounts
• Supporting fee earners with reporting and document management
• Assisting with invoicing processes, particularly during month-end periods
• Providing support to the Pregnancy & Protected helpline including call handling and conflict checks
• Coordinating incoming and outgoing post within the office
• Supporting the smooth running of the Manchester office including stationery ordering and shared office tasks
• Answering main office calls and assisting with overflow calls from fee earners
• Booking meetings, calls and diary appointments for fee earners when required
• Archiving completed matters accurately and efficiently
• Formatting legal and business documents using Microsoft Word

About You

The successful Executive Assistant will enjoy working within a busy professional environment and take pride in delivering high-quality administrative support. This Executive Assistant job would suit someone organised, approachable and IT savvy who is looking to build a long-term career within a supportive legal environment in Manchester.

You should also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience within an administrative, PA or Executive Assistant position
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workloads effectively
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach to daily responsibilities
• Strong IT skills including confidence using Microsoft Word and office systems
• Excellent attention to detail when handling compliance and administrative processes
• Confident communication skills with colleagues, clients and external contacts
• Ability to handle sensitive information professionally and confidentially
• A personable, team-focused and adaptable attitude

Benefits and Rewards

Alongside an excellent salary of up to £26,000 you will also receive the following benefits:

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional birthday leave
• Christmas shutdown period offering an additional 4–5 days leave
• Hybrid working with three days in the office and two at home after probation period
• Health insurance
• Life assurance at four times basic salary
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

About the Firm

This established law firm is recognised for its supportive culture, low staff turnover and collaborative approach across teams. The employer offers employees the opportunity to develop their careers within a stable and friendly environment where people are encouraged to build long-term careers.

The Manchester office provides a professional but approachable atmosphere where Executive Assistants play an important part in the smooth running of the wider business. You will be joining an experienced support team working closely with fee earners across Corporate and Employment matters.

Next Steps

Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Executive Assistant job in Manchester.  

If you are interested in learning about this career enhancing job opportunity or other legal vacancies across the North West, please contact Nikki Phillips at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at nikki.phillips@eventuslegal.com or phone 07530 737333 for a confidential discussion.

Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within ten days, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland in the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note, the years’ experience and / or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found on the bottom of our website.