Business Operations Assistant (12-Month FTC Mat Cover)

About Law Debenture

Law Debenture is an Investment Trust supported by a wholly owned professional services business. LawDeb is an unusual and exciting proposition; on a dayto-day basis we are nimble ambitious and small enough to know everyone by name whilst also benefiting from the profile and credibility of a listed business. This is thanks to our 135-year-old FTSE250 investment trust and our fast-growing independent professional services business of over 300 colleagues across 6 business lines.

At LawDeb doing work that has a positive impact is important to us. We need the very best people to be the custodians of our business for the next stage of our proud history and growth. Were ambitious to innovate collaborate and push forward in providing peace of mind and excellence for our clients and each other.

Were on a journey to shape a culture were all proud to be part of. One where everyone feels trusted supported and empowered to own their success. Working at LawDeb you will have access to our enviable network of clients and innovative projects as well as brilliant colleagues to learn from and collaborate with.

Role Overview

We are recruiting a Business Operations Assistant to join our Business Support Team on a 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover). The team provide support to a very fast paced UK Corporate Secretarial Services department. The focus will be to ensure that all tasks sent to the team inbox by fee earners are acknowledged and completed accurately within the deadline given.

The successful candidate will bring enthusiasm energy and flexibility to the role with the desire to strive and go the extra return well provide the tools and training to help you to progress your career and maximise your potential.

Job Role & Responsibilities

• Inputting data into relevant documents (Excel)
• Processing disbursements and credit card approval related activities
• Providing administrative and operational support around Kantata in relation to engagement set up report production month and year end and time recording generally
• Organising meetings/Diary management
• Data management across various platforms (including Pipedrive & Diligent).
• Support in relation to recruitment and induction meeting set up and liaison
• Assisting with preparation of presentations using PowerPoint
• Organising events such as training sessions client events and social events
• Supporting on projects to improve processes and drive efficiencies within the team.
• Supporting with the preparation of records of instruction (ROI) and onboarding/offboarding clients onto LawDeb systems.
• Handling Post
• Ad Hoc requests and administrative matters
  

Essential Knowledge Skills & Experience

• Proactive and self-motivated - able to take initiative and drive work forward
• Energetic and adaptable brings enthusiasm and a positive cando attitude
• Good communicator able to communicate clearly and confidently with stakeholders
• Solutionsfocused approaches challenges with a problemsolving mindset and delivers practical outcomes
• Techsavvy confident using modern systems and technology

Preferred Knowledge Skills & Experience

• Strong attention to detail able to deliver accurate and highquality work
• Practical able to apply sound judgement to your work
• Collaborative and sociable builds positive relationships and can work effectively with colleagues across a business
• Naturally curious seeks to understand how things work and is eager to learn improve and innovate
• Positive outlook able to maintain a constructive attitude and supports a positive team culture

Your Reward

• Competitive salary with performance bonus scheme
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Buy/sell annual leave scheme

Additional Information

People who thrive at LawDeb make the most of this foundation to grow themselves help us improve and have fun playing their part in building the culture thats fuelling our growth.

LawDeb hires people based on personal merit and qualifications regardless of age disability gender gender identity gender expression race religion or belief sexual orientation socioeconomic background or any other protected attribute. We celebrate the diversity of our colleagues and provide an inclusive environment so you can bring your true self to work. We recognise that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. If you feel that you require any reasonable adjustments to be able to participate in this recruitment process please provide further details where prompted.

Please note that we have a thorough referencing process which includes credit and criminal record checks.

If youd like to find out more about LawDeb and our open vacancies please contact our careers team on

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