Executive Assistant - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Who we are

We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm’s global standards with in-depth local expertise.

Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating - full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That’s why we’re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.

Our one firm global strategy is focused on targeted growth led by the needs of our core clients, those who we can best support with the breadth and depth of Clifford Chance expertise, across the sectors and geographies, which matter most to them.

You’ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they’ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that’s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you’ll find across all of our teams.

Whichever area of the business you join, you’ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.

Job Description

For internal candidates if you would like to apply for this vacancy please note that it is for an initial fixed period of 12 months. If your application is successful the Firm would be under no obligation to keep your current job open for you to return to. However, the role may also be considered on a secondment basis, in which case you would be able to return to your substantive role at the end of the secondment. Before applying, please discuss your application with your Line Manager or Career Development Partner in order to make them aware of your intentions and to discuss whether it is possible to accommodate your application at this time.

The role

The Executive Assistant (EA) provides proactive, high-quality support to the Firm’s most senior and high velocity stakeholders, enabling the effective management of priorities, communications, commitments and optimising partner time spent on matter and client management in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a high level of discretion, sound judgement, stakeholder management and organisational skills. Alongside this, the role is centred on managing competing demands, anticipating needs and acting as a trusted point of contact to ensure stakeholders operate efficiently and focus on strategic priorities.

The EA will demonstrate strong judgement, discretion and adaptability, working flexibly across shifting priorities and stakeholder needs. Operating within a dynamic and evolving environment the EA will coordinate activities, facilitate communication and leverage digital and AI-enabled tools to streamline processes and enhance productivity.

The EA role may involve greater taking responsibility for stakeholder management, prioritisation, governance support, confidential matters, complex diary and meeting orchestration, cross-functional coordination, and acting as a trusted adviser or point of contact.

The EA will handle highly sensitive and confidential information relating to clients, partner matters, financial performance, people issues and firm strategy. A high level of discretion, sound judgement and professionalism are essential.

The role requires flexibility, adaptability and a proactive approach, including availability to provide out‑of‑hours support when required to manage urgent matters, travel disruptions or time‑critical communications.

The role will typically support a ratio of between 1:2 to 1:4 Partners and/or equivalent Senior Business Leaders

Who you will work with

The EA will work closely with:

• Senior and high velocity stakeholders
• Partners and Business Professionals
• Fellow EA’s
• Business Professional Teams including Business Development & Marketing; Brand, Communications and Public Affairs; Finance, HR, IT and other functions
• Other Internal and external stakeholders
• Strong, collaborative relationships will be key to ensuring seamless support and effective information flow

What you will do

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