Jennifer Jones

Accomplished Legal Executive Assistant with extensive experience in operations support and administration, dedicated to serving as a professional and competent first point of contact for clients. I possess strong attention to detail and maintain polished communication skills along with technical proficiency. I can plan, organize, and prioritize tasks while working independently to meet deadlines and targets. My flexible approach to work allows me to adapt to various practices and perform well under pressure. I also have a solid understanding of legal terminology and proper law office protocols. I contribute positively to any team environment with a proactive and can-do attitude.

• Managed and coordinated a virtual office in Amsterdam for a well-known client and in recognition of my hard work and dedication, I received a published acknowledgement in the monthly bulletin; 'Special thanks go to Jennifer Jones and the support team of the London office who provided crucial support in creating and staffing a virtual S&C office in Amsterdam during the week leading up to the signing of a million dollars deal.'
• Accomplished volunteering/coaching and mentoring 15 – 16-year-old students in preparation for leaving secondary schooling which focused on improving performance and developing them as an individual. The main aim was to build confidence, skills, and attributes to address a specific area.
• Coordinated large workshops/seminars - hosting approximately 150-300 attendees.

These roles provide essential support to executives, including Heads of Departments (HoD), Board Members, Partners, Counsel, Senior Associates, Associates, and Paralegals. The responsibilities encompass a variety of administrative tasks, managing schedules, coordinating communications, and overseeing day-to-day activities. The specific duties include:

• Calendar management: Scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel.
• Communication: Screening phone calls and emails, responding to emails, and communicating with clients.
• Travel arrangements: Making travel arrangements, including hotels, transfers, and itineraries.
• Report management: Organizing reports and documents, and managing expense reports.
• Meeting preparation: Take meeting notes and prepare materials for meetings.
• Confidentiality: Handling confidential information with discretion.
• Decision-making: Assisting with decision-making.
• Coordination: Collaborating with other team members to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
• Legal Operations Support: Coordinating a diverse team of 30 consultants based in the UK and worldwide, with a focus on diversity and inclusion initiatives.

• Travelling
• Reading
• Keeping up to date with world current affairs
• Hosting social gatherings
• Affiliate for Partylite UK via third-party platform hosting at homes and public events

02/2022 to 10/2022 (Remote) - Transport for London – Licensing Administrator (Taxi & Private Hire)

• Delivery of the day-to-day licensing administration functions effectively and efficiently.
• Reading, analysing, and processing licence applications promptly according to the defined criteria, ensuring that all required documentation complies with specified legal requirements.

10/2020 to 01/2022 (Remote) - Kantar Public – Telephone Interviewer/CPI

• Market research telephone interviewer.
• CPI entails going out 2-3 days monthly to measure the price of consumer goods and their trend

Worked at various UK/US/International Law Firms:

• 01/2018 to 06/2018 Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner - City of London - Legal PA - Risk and Compliance.
• 10/2012 to 12/2017 Pinsent Masons LLP - City of London - Legal Operations Support - Diversity & Inclusion, Legal PA (Banking & Restructuring) and (Financial Regulations Services), Legal Float PA (Construction Advisory & Disputes), (Corporate Crime - White Collar Law) and (Litigation and Risk Compliance).
• 06/2012 to 10/2012 Edwards Wildman Palmer LLP - City of London - Legal Float PA/IP/Outsourcing/PA Reinsurance.
• 10/2007 to 08/2012 Sullivan & Cromwell LLP - Holborn, City of London - Senior Legal Float PA
• 11/2005 to 10/2007 Various Law Firms - City of London - Various Legal PA Roles. Worked in a range of London International/US law firms in the City which included: Chadbourne & Parke (Corporate), McDermott Will & Emery (Legal PA to Head of Litigation and IP Prosecution), Sidley Austin (Float/Evening DP), Brown Rudnick (Outsourcing), LeBoeuf, Lambe, Greene & Macrae (Legal PA/Float/Evening DP), Barlow Lyde & Gilbert (Legal PA, Head of Commercial.
• Aug 1979 - Nov 2005 - Early career highlights include Tesco as a (Cashier), University College Hospital (UCH), as a (Receptionist/Lab Technician in Haematology), Whittington Hospital (St. Mary's Archway), as a Higher Clerical Officer (HCO)/Medical Secretary in Paediatrics), National Westminster Bank (Secretary in Corporate Finance/HR Administrator), Baker & McKenzie (Legal PA, Corporate), Tarlo Lyons (PA to Head of Department) and Hammonds (Legal PA to Head of Department & Senior PSL – Commercial IP).