Executive Assistant to Senior Legal Directors

6 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom COMPETITION & MARKETS AUTHORITY Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and flexible administrative professional to provide proactive and comprehensive support to Senior Legal Directors at the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).

About the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA)

The CMA is a UK-based regulatory body responsible for promoting competitive markets and tackling unfair business practices. Our work is diverse, ambitious, and often new and challenging.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative support to two Senior Legal Directors, including managing their inboxes, travel arrangements, and diaries.
  • Help manage and prioritize the Senior Directors' time effectively.
  • Provide general support to the wider Legal Service teams, including:
    • Raising purchase orders and ensuring they are authorized efficiently and logged correctly in the invoice database.
    • Maintaining systems and processes within the Litigation Unit.
    • Planning, arranging, and supporting meetings.
    • Coordinating and printing information and meeting papers.
    • Maintaining a calendar of key events for the Litigation team.
    • Researching and gathering information for key stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Capable of using organizational systems and procedures for document management.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the risks associated with the improper use, handling, and disclosure of confidential information.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work collegiately and flexibly as part of a diverse team, as well as independently.
  • Experience of working within tight timeframes and prioritizing a busy work schedule.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, particularly Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Excel.
  • Demonstrate a strong knowledge of raising Purchase Orders.

What We Offer

The CMA is a diverse, rewarding, and stimulating place to work, offering a range of benefits, including an excellent pension scheme, generous leave provisions, and flexible working options.



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