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About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Legal PA to support our Commercial Advisory Financial Services team. You will provide professional, efficient, and proactive support to a designated group of stakeholders, engaging and building trust, driving effective communication, and supporting the wider business strategy. We empower our people to stretch their skills and encourage ongoing personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular one to one meetings with stakeholders to discuss actions, priorities, expectations and future planning.
Attend team meetings to stay informed and contribute effectively.
Act as a point of contact and assist with client queries.
Draft clear and concise replies to correspondence.
Demonstrate client service excellence, being adaptable and responsive to stakeholder requests.
Collaborate across Practice Group Support providing cover to ensure continued resource.
Proactively manage mailboxes and diaries including travel coordination.
Anticipate future needs and take initiative to resolve conflicts.
Organise and manage meetings including drafting agendas and preparing content, arranging logistics using available technology and resources.
Manage workflow, owning the end-to-end process and being accountable for the successful conclusion of all stakeholder requests.
Delegate tasks effectively across dedicated support teams to meet expectations and deadlines in line with the Scope of Service.
Undertake urgent and short document work, pitch and presentation creation collaborating with our Document Production Team.
Manage the entire client and matter opening process including electronic filing, collaborating with stakeholders and other business support teams.
Provide financial administrative support to stakeholders, coordinating with billing and finance teams, ensuring compliance with legal, firm-wide and practice-specific policies and procedures.
Coordinate and organise marketing and business development events, create event material, digital working lists and communicate with attendees.
Be an advocate for process changes within the organisation, influence decisions and be a part of the solution.
Manage electronic filing, records maintenance and expenses effectively using the firm's designated software.
Leverage the firm’s technology as a key business tool for managing, updating, reporting and research.
Create and maintain data sites for efficient collaboration.
Seek opportunities to embrace technologies that improve our ways of working and drive productivity in day-to-day activities.

Requirements

Experience working within a comparable professional setting, providing seamless adaptation to our busy environment.
Strive to exceed by delivering client service excellence.
Provide exceptional PA support to stakeholders, including managing calendars, organising meetings and handling confidential information.
Cultivate strong relationships both internally and externally.
Collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients, contributing to a positive team environment.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills when liaising with stakeholders and clients.
Skilfully manage tasks with expertise, seeking ways to enhance efficiency and quality.
Balance priorities and stay alert to risks, ensuring tasks are completed on time and stakeholder expectations are met.
Be a proactive problem solver.
Anticipate challenges, take initiative and implement solutions efficiently.
Aspire for excellence in all tasks.
Show dedication and commitment to achieving strategic goals.
Delegate tasks across dedicated support teams while maintaining overall ownership of transactional activities.
Demonstrate flexibility and embrace change.
Adapt seamlessly to evolving work environments.

Skills

Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Copilot

Location

Global

Work Type

Remote working policy
Flexible working
Agile working
Hybrid working

Experience Level

Experienced

Benefits

Dental
Healthcare
Wellness support
Retirement planning
Insurance
Assurance
Structured professional and personal training, mentoring and development programs
International and cross-function exposure
Pro bono work and community engagement

About the Company

Eversheds Sutherland is a global law firm with more than 5,000 people across over 30 countries.
We’re full-service with deep niche and sector experience.
We live our values, we’re purposeful and purpose-led.
We see the world as a place where everyone can thrive.
We’re ambitious for our clients, our communities – and for you.

Equal Opportunity

At Eversheds Sutherland, “Inclusive” is a core business value.
We foster diversity of thought and the freedom to put ideas into action.
We have an inherent respect for the individual.
We have a strong belief in collaboration and teamwork.
We work hard to continue to build a diverse and inclusive culture, monitor and report on our progress and impact, and develop our approach.
This is reflected in our policies, systems and processes, and in our work with diversity membership organisations.
We want you to perform at your best during our recruitment process. If there is any adjustment or support you need, please contact us so we can discuss how we can best assist you.