Legal Executive Assistant | Defendant Insurance

Executive Assistant | Defendant Insurance

Join Clyde & Co's market-leading Defendant Insurance practice and play a key role supporting two Partners and their high-performing teams.

This is an opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant to become a trusted business partner in a fast-paced legal environment, providing proactive support across client, matter management, billing, business development and day-to-day practice operations.

About the role

Working closely with two Partners, you'll be responsible for keeping a busy practice running smoothly while building strong relationships with clients, colleagues and key stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-level executive support to two Partners and their teams
• Managing complex diaries, inboxes, meetings, travel and competing priorities
• Coordinating client communications, legal documentation and court-related materials
• Supporting matter management, client onboarding and billing processes
• Assisting with court filings, preparation of briefs, bundles and other legal documents
• Liaising with clients, counsel, courts and third-party providers
• Supporting business development initiatives and client relationship activities
• Working collaboratively with the broader Legal Support team to deliver outstanding service

About you

We're seeking a proactive and highly organised professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and isn't afraid to take initiative.

To be successful, you'll bring:

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant, Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary within a law firm or professional services environment
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
• A professional, client-focused approach and strong communication skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work confidently under pressure
• A collaborative mindset and positive, adaptable attitude
• Experience with Elite 3E, iManage or similar systems will be advantageous

Why Clyde & Co?

At Clyde & Co, we are committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive, both professionally and personally. We offer:

• Additional annual Wellbeing Day
• Hybrid working, including one work-from-home day per week after six months' service
• Physical and mental wellbeing allowance
• Industry-leading global parental leave policy
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes
• A supportive, collaborative and inclusive culture
• The opportunity to work alongside recognised leaders in the insurance sector

If you're an experienced Executive Assistant looking to join a global law firm and a collaborative team where your contribution is genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you.

The Firm

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

Our Commitment

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process.

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This is the job description as constituted at present; however, Clyde & Co reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.

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About us

We’re a global law firm working with businesses at the heart of global trade and commerce. But we’re so much more than that. Our collective drive, our pursuit of excellence and our ambition to do our best for our clients, and each other has fuelled our growth for over 90 years. Find out more about our firm.

Working with us

It’s an exciting time to work with us. With challenging cases, impactful client projects, growing teams and new offices, you’ll work in a fast-paced environment with rewarding outcomes. Collectively, we strive towards our shared goal of consistently delivering exceptional outcomes and bringing the best out in each other. Explore where you could work with us.

Early career opportunities

Our early careers programmes differ from any other law firm, because of our rich learning experience coupled with our opportunities to work directly with clients. In return, we ask you to bring your ambition and collaborative mind to support the firm’s continued success and growth. Apply to our early career opportunities

Where we work

With over 65 offices in 26 countries, wherever you’re based, you’ll be empowered to accelerate your career doing interesting, stimulating work, achieving your potential and delivering exceptional outcomes. Discover where we are based.

Life with us