Executive Assistant to Founding Partner

About the role

We are looking for a high‑level Executive Assistant to support the Founding Partner of a professional services firm. The role is the primary coordination point for the partner’s professional activities, ensuring seamless execution of client, operational and administrative matters.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the liaison between the Founding Partner, staff, clients and other stakeholders, communicating information and instructions.
• Review, triage and manage the partner’s email and other incoming communications.
• Receive instructions via calls, messages or voice notes and coordinate actions to completion.
• Follow up on delegated tasks, commitments and deadlines.
• Handle routine requests and enquiries, escalating only matters that require the partner’s decision.
• Coordinate appointments, meetings, calls and overall availability.
• Draft and manage routine correspondence on behalf of the partner.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations and professional reports as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion with all business, client and personal information.
• Support trainings, webinars, firm events and business development initiatives.

Required profile

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business or Law (LLB) or equivalent.
• Strong judgement, initiative, commercial awareness and ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional presence.
• Ability to prioritize, process information quickly and remain calm under pressure.

Required skills

• Email management
• Google Workspace
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Preparation of professional reports and executive presentations