Executive Assistant
London
Since 1961, NERA (https://www.nera.com) has provided unparalleled guidance on the most important market, legal, and regulatory questions of the day. Our work has shaped industries and policy around the world. Our field-leading experts and deep experience allow us to provide rigorous analysis, reliable expert testimony, and data-powered policy recommendations for the world’s leading law firms and corporations as well as regulators and governments. Our experience, integrity, and economic ingenuity means clients can depend on us in the face of their biggest economic and financial challenges.
NERA is a global organisation with over 500 professional economists based in more than 20 offices. Part of Marsh McLennan, NERA offers the infrastructure and benefits of a large corporation while retaining the culture of a smaller firm.
NERA London currently has a team of 5 Administrative Assistants supporting around 80 consultants across different business lines. We are looking for an EA to support three partners.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to work both independently on some tasks as well as effectively within the existing administrative team and to also collaboratively support the wider office delivery.
Responsibilities will include:
Providing high-level, proactive administrative support to three Senior Directors in the London office
Proactive diary management
Proactive administration in connection with legal documents throughout the lifecycle of a project, including but not limited to:
Letters of Agreement/Consulting Services Agreements, release letters, reliance letters, NDAs, subcontracts, novation letters. Includes populating contracts and subcontracts on the director’s behalf and managing firewall agreements throughout the duration of the project.
Supporting on Business Development efforts
Handling travel arrangements and making visa applications
Proactively supporting accurate expense reports in a timely manner
Coordinating on and providing materials in connection with proposal submissions
Remaining on top of invoicing for projects with a variety of invoicing structures
Dealing with highly confidential matters on behalf of Senior Staff on a regular basis
Requirements
We are looking for candidates who have at least 5 years of EA experience in professional services settings. Training for all in-house systems and processes will be provided. We are looking for someone who is professional, personable and diligent: the right candidate will have great attention to detail, an innate proactive work ethic and the ability to work effectively with multiple competing deadlines. Confidence working with Microsoft Office is essential. This role requires someone who is willing and able to be present in the office five days a week.
What we offer
Competitive salary and extensive benefits package including defined contribution pension and health insurance
Support to develop through high-quality training
Firm-sponsored social activities
To Apply
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NERA’s clients value our ability to apply and communicate state-of-the-art approaches clearly and convincingly, our commitment to delivering unbiased findings, and our reputation for quality and independence. Our clients rely on the integrity and skills of our unparalleled team of economists, backed by the resources and reliability of one of the world’s largest economic consultancies. NERA serves clients from more than 25 offices across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. NERA provides an environment in which dedication to client and project success, individual professional development, and fun are at the forefront. The work environment is collegial, and there are numerous opportunities to learn and connect with staff at all levels.
