The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors.
The Group Risk & Assurance team provides independent assurance to executive and principal governance forums that key strategic and operational risks are managed/mitigated and that key controls operate effectively.
A personal assistant (PA) is required to provide secretarial, administrative and project related support to the head of Group Risk & Assurance. The PA will perform effective planning, management and co-ordination of the head of Group Risk & Assurance's diary engagements, ensuring that they have the appropriate documentation for all engagements, demonstrating high levels of confidentiality, discretion and integrity. They will also perform a secretariat function for risk and business continuity forums as required.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate that they have the following:
- Substantial senior secretarial and administrative experience with supporting vocational qualification(s) and/or extensive practical experience
- Up-to-date IT literacy skills/experience of MS Office including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and use of databases
- Accurate minute taking skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Resilient and able to work in a constantly changing environment
- Ability to work with tact, diplomacy and discretion at all times
- Pro-active and makes decisions
- Experience of working with senior managers
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise
We offer a comprehensive flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career in a professional environment.
Please ensure that your application form and any additional information is clearly marked with the campaign number: TLS 2378
Please return the completed application form via email to HRDDirectRecruitment@lawsociety.org.uk by 16:00 on 23 January 2013.
The Law Society Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.