Personal Assistant to Senior Legal Partner (Real Estate)

About the role

We are looking for a proactive Personal Assistant to support a Senior Partner and the real‑estate legal team of a leading global law firm. Based in Manchester city centre, the role combines high‑level administrative support with financial and business‑development duties in a hybrid working model.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the Senior Partner’s diary, schedule meetings and coordinate domestic and international travel.
• Provide comprehensive billing support, including preparation of client billing reports in partnership with the finance team.
• Set up new client matters, maintain ongoing matter files and ensure accurate documentation.
• Assist with business‑development activities, bids and tender submissions.
• Handle expense claims, invoicing and other finance‑related administrative tasks.

Required profile

• 3‑4 years of experience as a PA within legal, real‑estate or professional‑services environments.
• Demonstrated ability to support senior executives with a commercial mindset and proactive approach.
• Strong financial acumen and confidence handling billing and expense processes.
• Desire for a varied, fast‑paced role with increasing responsibility.

Required skills

• Advanced diary and travel management.
• Billing and invoicing administration.
• Client and matter set‑up and ongoing management.
• Support for business‑development and tender processes.

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £36,000 plus bonus.
• Hybrid working – three days in the office and two days remote.
• Inclusive, progressive culture with clear growth opportunities.
• Immediate start for the right candidate.