Practice Executive - 6 months Fixed Term Contract
On-site · Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Practice Executive supporting senior Partners and Practice Manager in a leading global law firm. Responsibilities include managing complex multi-stakeholder calendars and travel, coordinating meetings and events, drafting communications and materials, preparing presentations and reports, supporting business development activities, maintaining client databases, and ensuring high-quality client service and stakeholder relationships. The role requires project management discipline, proactive diary and email management, cross-functional coordination, attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and related tools. Familiarity with legal industry workflows, InterAction or similar CRM, and an interest in AI and digitalisation are advantageous.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years demonstrable experience as an Executive Assistant, Executive Support or Practice Executive within a professional services environment, preferably in the Legal sector
- Experience supporting senior leadership (Partners or C-Suite) within a professional services environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships
- Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent attention to detail and proactive communication
- Typing speed minimum of 55 wpm with 98% accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word); basic Visio skills
- Ability to draft communications, prepare presentations, agendas, reports and other documents; manage BD responsibilities and client information databases
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