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Recruitment Resourcer at Eversheds Sutherland

We are Eversheds Sutherland, a global law firm, with more than 5,000 people across over 30 countries. We’re full-service with deep niche and sector experience. We live our values and are purpose-led. We’re committed to creating a place where everyone can thrive. Whether you’re starting out or are established, whether you’re a lawyer or in business services, if you’re looking for what’s next, we are too.

What to expect

As a Legal PA within our Practice Group Support team, your role is pivotal. You’ll provide confidential, professional and proactive support to a designated group of stakeholders. Confidence, effective communication and influential skills are essential. We value an assertive and forward-thinking approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the Practice Group with a wide range of tasks, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and handling confidential information.
• Attend team meetings, draft clear and concise replies to incoming correspondence, and act as a liaison for internal and external clients.
• Manage stakeholder requests, stay adaptable to hybrid working arrangements, and ensure delivery of tasks to meet expectations and deadlines.
• Collaborate with lawyers and cross-functional teams; proactively anticipate needs and provide solutions.
• Assist with client queries during stakeholder absences and maintain a flexible approach to work allocation.

Skills and experience

We are looking for:

• Experience in a similar professional services environment with the ability to adapt to a busy, demanding setting.
• Strong client service ethos with the ability to anticipate needs and address issues proactively.
• Proactive problem-solving, initiative, and a commitment to excellence.
• Excellent communication skills when liaising with stakeholders and clients.
• Ability to delegate tasks across support teams while owning transactional activities.
• Strong relationship-building skills, both internally and externally.
• Effective task management, risk awareness, and ability to balance priorities to meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing environments; intermediate to advanced Microsoft applications (Outlook, Teams, Co-pilot).
• Team collaboration and willingness to support colleagues as needed.

Role and key responsibilities

• Conduct regular one-to-one meetings with stakeholders to discuss actions, priorities, expectations and future planning.
• Attend team meetings, draft replies, and assist with client queries during absences.
• Maintain a flexible, hybrid working approach to accommodate stakeholder and client needs.
• Efficient mailbox, diary, and travel management; coordinate meetings and logistics for internal and external events.
• Own end-to-end workflows, delegate tasks to specialized teams (billing, finance, document production) to meet service scope and deadlines.
• Document management and matter opening processes, including electronic filing and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Provide financial administrative support and ensure compliance with firm policies and procedures.
• Assist with pitch and presentation creation in collaboration with the Document Production Team.
• Coordinate marketing and business development activities, events, and attendee communications.
• Advocate for process improvements and leverage technology to enhance productivity.
• Manage electronic filing, records maintenance, and expenses using the firm’s software; use technology to support collaboration and research.

What’s in it for you?

Benefits focused on your development, performance, financial future and health, with opportunities to contribute to the world. We offer:

• Fair, transparent and equitable practices
• Rewards aligned to values and individual performance
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Health, dental and wellness support
• Diversity and inclusion commitments
• Structured professional and personal training, mentoring and development
• International and cross-functional exposure
• Pro bono work and community engagement opportunities
• Retirement planning, insurance and related benefits

Diversity & Inclusion

Inclusive culture with a commitment to diversity, collaboration and teamwork. We support flexible working arrangements and encourage adjustments during recruitment if needed.

For you, For your success. And what's next.

SeniorCareers

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal
• Industries: Legal Services

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