EA to Head of Chambers

Executive Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Contract: 12 month fixed-term maternity cover

Location: Central London / hybrid (3 days on site after a 3 month probationary period)

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000

We are recruiting an experienced Executive Assistant to provide support to the Director of a leading Barristers Chambers, alongside hands‑on administrative support across marketing, events and HR.

This is a varied and fast‑paced role suited to an organised, proactive EA who enjoys juggling multiple priorities and being a key support figure within a professional services environment. You’ll play an integral role in ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of the chambers while contributing to wider strategic and operational activity.

• Full diary management, expenses and meeting coordination for the Director
• Drafting correspondence, policies, briefings and meeting minutes
• Booking travel, preparing itineraries, and organising hospitality
• Managing contracts, insurance schedules and compliance tracking
• Planning and coordinating internal events and meetings
• Acting as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders
• Supporting ad‑hoc projects as required

• Supporting the development and delivery of annual marketing plans
• Managing CRM and event platforms to track engagement and attendance
• Coordinating seminars, client events and conferences (UK and overseas)
• Supporting social media activity (Linked In), website updates and content
• Producing and maintaining marketing materials and brochures
• Coordinating PR activity and assisting with press releases
• Managing legal directory submissions and awards processes
• Tracking marketing spend and producing monthly reports

• Maintaining accurate HR records and personnel files
• Tracking staff absence and leave
• Preparing contracts, onboarding paperwork, NDAs and references
• Coordinating recruitment for administrative roles
• Organising staff training and maintaining certification records
• Supporting compliance with employment law and GDPR

• Proven experience as an EA supporting senior leadership (5+ years preferred)
• Exposure to marketing and/or HR administration
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Confident multitasking in a busy, professional environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Experience with CRM systems and marketing platforms (e.g. Canva, Eventbrite or similar) desirable
• Professional services experience advantageous