Executive Personal Assistant (PA) to Joint CEOs

Posted 6 hours 3 minutes ago by Ramsdens Solicitors LLP

Permanent
Full Time
Secretarial & PA Jobs
Yorkshire, Huddersfield, United Kingdom, HD1 1
Job Description
About Us

Ramsdens is a respected and progressive legal practice, known for delivering high-quality, client-focused services. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an exceptional and highly proactive Executive Personal Assistant to provide dedicated support to our Joint CEOs and play a key role in the success of the firm.

The Role

Based within the CEOs' office, you will act as a trusted partner and right hand to our Joint CEOs. This is a pivotal role combining executive support with operational coordination, requiring absolute discretion, strong commercial awareness, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

You will act as a key connector across the business, supporting communication between the Joint CEOs, the Partnership Board, and senior leadership team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Email & Correspondence: Proactively manage the Joint CEO's frequently changing diaries, prioritising commitments and ensuring effective time management. Filter emails, and draft correspondence on their behalf where appropriate.
  • Board & Committee Support: Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and high-level briefing documents, and track follow-up actions.
  • Minute Taking: Accurately record minutes for executive meetings, Partnership Board meetings, and key strategic committees.
  • Stakeholder Liaison: Act as a central point of communication between the joint CEOs, leadership team, and external stakeholders, handling sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion.
  • Travel & Logistics: Coordinate domestic travel itineraries and accommodation arrangements.
  • Reporting & Documentation: Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials ahead of key meetings, and to support strategic decision making.
  • Ad-Hoc Projects: Lead or assist with ad-hoc strategic and operational projects across the wider law firm.
Requirements
  • Proven experience as a PA, EA, or senior administrator, ideally supporting C-suite executives within in a law firm or professional services environment.
  • Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • The ability to multitask under pressure.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Hign levels of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive corporate and client information.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
  • A forward-thinking, proactive approach with the ability to anticipate needs and pre-empt potential issues.
  • Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
  • 27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
  • Predominantly office-based role in Huddersfield, with some hybrid flexibility available following probation
  • Ongoing professional development and career support.
How to Apply

If you are a highly organised, proactive, and discreet professional looking to make a real impact at a senior level, we would love to hear from you, please submit your CV and a cover letter for consideration.