Job description
VANRATH are pleased to be working with a leading professional and legal services organisation to recruit a Executive Assistant. This role offers the chance to join a highly respected firm that provides excellent progression opportunities and one of the best benefits packages in the sector.
Location: Belfast City Centre
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (Monday-Friday)
Hybrid: 3 office days / 2 home-based after probation
Rewards & Benefits
- Salary: £29,000 - £33,000 (DOE)
- 25 days annual leave + 13 public holidays
- 10% employer pension contribution
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance & income protection
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Tech, etc.)
- Local retail & partner discounts
- Regular wellbeing events & initiatives
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct executive-level assistance to the Head of Professional Conduct, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
Handle complex diary coordination, prioritising competing demands and acting as the main contact for incoming queries.
Prepare professional documents including reports, presentations, and data summaries to support high-level projects.
Organise and manage committee activity: scheduling, agenda setting, preparing papers, taking minutes, and monitoring follow-ups.
Maintain structured electronic and physical filing systems, ensuring compliance with internal standards.
Coordinate senior leadership meetings, both internal and external, including logistics, documentation, and action tracking.
Arrange business travel and process related expenses promptly.
Manage updates in CRM systems, ensuring information is current and accurate.
Monitor shared inboxes, prioritising messages and deadlines effectively.
Support compliance activity, including GDPR and ISO standards.
About You
3-5+ years' experience as a PA, EA, or senior administrator within a corporate or professional services environment.
Strong discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.
Confident using virtual meeting platforms such as MS Teams, Zoom, or GoToWebinar.
Skilled at drafting professional documents, supporting senior projects, and working to tight deadlines.
Experienced in committee/board support, including agendas, papers, and minutes.
Exceptional organisational skills with high attention to detail.
Strong knowledge of CRM systems (Microsoft Dynamics preferred).
Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
For further information on this vacancy, or any other job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jack Groves in the strictest confidence via Vanrath.
I contacted Vanrath after being laid off by my previous employer and had the pleasure of speaking with Jordan. Jordan was fantastic to deal with. He found me the perfect role that matched my skill set and experience and within a day or two had an interview lined up. Within the same week I was made a job offer which I happily accepted. So thankful that I contacted Vanrath and got speaking with Jordan. Couldn't have asked for a quicker and more professional service.
From sending my CV to being placed in the role Chanel was great. At every stage I was well informed on every aspect of the application process. Very friendly and professional service. Would use Vanrath again with no issues
I recently worked with Chanel Gillen to fill a vacancy in my finance department. Chanel was a joy to work with and we filled our vacancy within a week. I would have no hesitation in recommending both Chanel and Van Rath for your finance recruitment needs.
VANRATH have proudly supported the Northern Ireland Children's Hospice since 2014 and are founding members of the 'Time To Care' initiative.
We recognise the importance of social responsibility and giving back which is why we continue to support the Northern Ireland Children's Hospice through internal fundraisers, charity events and unique initiatives. At the beginning of our partnership, VANRATH became the founding members of the 'Time to Care' programme which funds the salary of a Senior Staff Nurse and creates the opportunity for up to 30 businesses in Northern Ireland to show their support
