Executive Secretary📣 Job Ad

About the Role
Join Clifford Chance, one of the largest international law firms in the world, as an Executive Secretary. This pivotal role involves supporting a team of fee earners and collaborating closely with the Office Manager, ensuring that our office operates smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities
- Foster positive relationships with the management team and staff across departments.
- Manage calendars, organize travel, and coordinate meetings and communications.
- Draft documents and assist in administrative tasks, ensuring compliance and effective communication.
- Support the team during absences and provide reception cover as needed.

Key Qualifications
- University degree.
- Fluent in English and Arabic, both written and verbal.
- Strong IT skills with proficiency in MS Office applications.
- Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
- Proactive team player with a motivation for client satisfaction.

Working Environment
This role requires a minimum of 80% office attendance, reflecting the importance of collaboration and engagement within the team.

Equal Opportunities
At Clifford Chance, we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion among our team. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration without discrimination.

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Female Executive Secretary to join our team and provide top-level administrative support to our executives and departments. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of handling a variety of tasks while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain schedules, appointments, and correspondence for executives or departments.
• Prepare and organize documents, reports, and presentations.
• Answer phone calls and emails, directing inquiries to the appropriate parties.
• Assist in the planning and coordination of meetings, including logistics and materials.
• Maintain filing systems, both electronic and paper, ensuring information is easily accessible.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Perform general office duties, including data entry and record keeping.
• Support team members with various administrative tasks as needed.
• Monitor and order office supplies, ensuring inventory levels are maintained.
• Prepare and distribute meeting agendas and minutes.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and transportation.
• Develop and implement office procedures to improve efficiency.
• Assist with budgeting and expense tracking for departmental activities.
• Liaise with external vendors and service providers to facilitate office needs.
• Maintain office equipment and coordinate repairs as necessary.
• Support event planning and coordination for company functions or team-building activities.
• Create and maintain databases and spreadsheets for tracking important information.
• Conduct research and compile data as requested by team members.
• Train and onboard new administrative staff as needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; additional qualifications in Office Administration or a related field are preferred.
• Proven experience as a secretary or in a similar administrative role (minimum 5 years).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and office equipment.
• Excellent command of the English language is required.
• Familiarity with office management procedures and basic accounting principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience with scheduling software and CRM systems is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and projects.
• Experience in handling travel arrangements and itineraries is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of social media and marketing tools is beneficial.
• Preferably residing near the company’s location.

Benefits:

• Eligible to get 30 days paid vacation every year.
• Providing health insurance.

Join Eyad Reda Law Firm LLP as a Senior Executive Secretary
We are a leading law firm providing exceptional legal services across Saudi Arabia, and we are looking for a dedicated Senior Executive Secretary to enhance our office operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the overall functioning of the office, ensuring smooth operations and efficient workflow.
• Provide administrative support to the executive partner, handling scheduling, correspondence, and communications.
• Coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for the executive partner and other team members as needed.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and documents, utilizing advanced formatting and presentation skills.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, handling inquiries and requests promptly and professionally.
• Maintain office records and files, both electronic and physical, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.
• Collaborate with other administrative staff to ensure seamless operations and support across departments.
• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, including sorting mail, drafting responses, and distributing communications to appropriate parties.
• Take minutes during meetings and distribute them to attendees.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are essential.

We invite you to apply if you are ready to contribute to our success with your skills and dedication.