Personal Assistant / Executive Assistant

Job Title: Personal Assistant / Executive Assistant

Location: Manchester, Alderley Edge

Working arrangement: hybrid working 4/5 days in the office depending on business needs

Firm Profile

gunnercooke is a Top 75 law firm recognised by over 80 industry awards. Launched in 2010, the firm has rapidly grown to over 500 lawyers across 14 global offices in the UK, US, Germany and Austria. Our breadth of expertise covers some of the most interesting and important emerging disciplines, from ESG and charity law, to blockchain and competition.

Collaboration is at the forefront of our award-winning culture and is what sets our firm apart from the rest. gunnercooke operates as a fee share model meaning our professionals join as self-employed advisors, free to design and develop the practice they’ve always wanted. Our firm brings together the most ambitious and commercially minded people, who build and work in dynamic teams of their choosing, to best suit their clients’ needs.

Our purpose is simple; to deliver a positive impact for our clients, provide a better life for our people and to leave a better world than we found. Our charitable arm, the gunnercooke foundation, enables us to directly engage with communities on social issues and to help charitable organisations grow.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced PA to join a reputable Private Client Partner in Manchester.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Personal Assistant / Executive Assistant to join a growing team supporting one of our a highly regarded Private Client Partner's in their thriving legal practice.

You’ll step into a dynamic and varied role where you'll work side by side with a high-achieving Partner, managing their emails and schedules, coordinating and attending events, compiling essential data, providing operational office support and much more. No two days will ever be the same!

We’re on the lookout for a driven PA/EA who’s eager to learn, grow, and develop their skills, while making a real impact in their next career step.

A legal background is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive PA support to the Partner, including diary management, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel.
• Draft, format, and proofread correspondence and documents.
• Act as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, handling queries with professionalism.

Office & Operational Management

• Manage office supplies and place orders (e.g. stationery, kitchen items, and general consumables).
• Oversee facility’s needs, such as coordinating with cleaners and contractors.
• Ensure meeting rooms are prepared, and appointments are scheduled in a timely manner.
• Support with general office administration, such as handling post, booking couriers, and maintaining accurate records.
• Assist with basic operational tasks to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office.

What we're looking for

Skills and Experience

• Recent relevant experience working as an EA/PA, supporting senior professionals at Director / Partner level, ideally within the legal sector.

We are looking for someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, confident in building relationships and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders.

For immediate consideration send your CV and covering letter to legalvacancies@gunnercooke.com