Legal-Administrative Assistant-Birmingham

Job description

OUR IMPACTWe work at the intersection of finance and law, providing counsel and advice that support activities across the firm. We handle litigation and arbitration, perform research and due diligence, aid in financing and legal filings, deal with contracts and intellectual property rights that show our commitment to clients, shareholders, and regulators. Whether you're an experienced attorney or a quick learner with a strong interest in financial law coupled with critical thinking skills, our dynamic group might be right for you.YOUR IMPACTWe are searching for a highly motivated Administrative Assistant with 3+ years Admin experience to support multiple managing directors and their respective legal teams across various office locations/time zones. Previous experience in supporting executives or lawyers and managing complex diaries is essential. The role requires exceptional multitasking abilities, strong communication skills and a keen attention to detail.RESPONSIBILITIESSupporting MDs and their teamsMaintaining detailed calendars and prioritising meeting requestsProviding legal spend management support and proactively managing legal billing for the teamsBook travel arrangements (cars, international flights, accommodation and visas)Expense management, ensuring expenses are processed in a timely fashionCoordinating internal meetings with senior leaders and high-level stakeholders at the firm and forming good relationships with Executive Admins throughout the firmImplementing divisional policies and providing guidance to their teamsMaintaining a strong understanding of firm policies to allow handling of certain issues independentlyResponsible for participating in general administrative duties and taking on ad-hoc requests as requiredSKILLS3+ years of Admin Assistant experienceRequires excellent interpersonal and communication skillsStrong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OutlookStrong organisational skills, coupled with great attention to detailAbility to solve problems quickly and efficientlySelf-starter with excellent anticipation skills; problem solving; follow up and judgmentComfortable working with people at all organizational levelsAbility to work well under pressure, adapt to unexpected events, prioritize and multi-task in a deadline driven environmentMust be able to prioritize a variety of time-sensitive tasksTeam player with a positive attitudeHighest degree of integrity, professionalism, diplomacy and discretion required with the ability to handle highly sensitive, confidential information with a high degree of integrity and confidentialityABOUT GOLDMAN SACHSAt Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world.We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers.We're committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: https://www.goldmansachs.com/careers/footer/disability-statement.htmlThe Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., 2026. All rights reserved. Goldman Sachs is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, veterans status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birmingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-06-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English