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On-site in Amsterdam·Full-time·Added 2 months ago (last checked 26 Oct)
Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Amsterdam
- Contract
- Full-time
- Languages
- Dutch



This job advert was originally written in Dutch.
Requirements
What we're looking for
At least HBO (higher professional education) working and thinking level.
You have experience in similar roles, preferably within the legal profession.
You are quality-oriented and set high standards for the quality of your own work as well as that of others.
You identify areas for improvement and actively propose solutions to promote the efficiency and quality of processes.
You have an excellent command of the Dutch and English languages.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
In addition to the monthly salary, we offer you:
A fixed thirteenth month, 8% holiday allowance, and a pension scheme.
26.5 vacation days for a full-time employment.
The possibility, in consultation, to exchange an official public holiday for another holiday that is important to you.
Full travel expense reimbursement for public transport. Do you come by foot or by bicycle? Then you will also receive a mileage allowance for this.
Daily breakfast, lunch, and (healthy) snacks for a small contribution.
Collective arrangements for various sports subscriptions.
Regular fun events, such as office events and sports activities such as padel, football, yoga, hockey, and running.
Our people determine our success, and we believe it is important to invest in the professional and personal development of everyone who works at Houthoff. At Houthoff, you color your own career. We regularly reflect on your goals, growth, and development and offer various training opportunities.
The role
As a business assistant, together with your colleagues within the Business Assistance Group (BAG), you will provide administrative support for files and projects. One day you will work on large projects, the next day you will perfect legal documents. Do you love variety in your work? Then this is the perfect job for you! You support colleagues throughout the entire office, allowing you to get to know different areas of law and meet many new colleagues.
What you'll do
You independently support our lawyers and tax advisors in daily practice and with occurring tasks. This includes adjusting, drafting, and sending (legal) documents, correspondence, and keeping our files in order.
You work efficiently with colleagues in the BAG, but also with other colleagues within Practice Group Support, other staff departments, and practice groups.
You continuously develop personal professional knowledge and share it where necessary.
This makes you the ideal candidate
You have already gained relevant support work experience in a business environment and are ready for the next step. You are enthusiastic, flexible, and eager to take on challenges!
In addition, you possess:
You know what it takes to work within a partner structure and possess excellent communication skills.
Are you doubting whether you meet all the requirements? Apply anyway! We like to look beyond just work experience; personality is very important to us. We would love to discuss this with you.
About Houthoff
In their own words
About the company & team
With over 600 employees, including 300 lawyers, civil-law notaries, and tax advisors, Houthoff is one of the largest Dutch law firms. We are independent and have a strong international focus with offices in Brussels, London, and New York. Our clients include listed companies, large financial institutions, private equity houses, and governments, all of whom place high demands and desire inventive solutions.
At Houthoff, we believe it is important that you can be yourself. You will be given the space to contribute to this yourself. Read here more about our diversity and inclusion initiatives and our social commitment.
In total, approximately 90 assistants ((notarial) business assistants and personal assistants) work at Houthoff. On the work floor, you are managed substantively by the partner/counsel of a practice group, and overall guidance is provided by a team lead practice group support. Each team lead manages a team of approximately 30 assistants. Together with you, they look at how you can further develop, both personally and professionally.
We are curious to meet you!
Did you become enthusiastic after reading the text above? Then apply immediately!
Would you like to know more about the vacancy or about the team? Let us know! Our Recruiter Eline Poelmann will contact you within a few working days. Still in doubt? You can get to know someone from our Team Leads Practice Group Support Krista Schouten or Kia Brouwers informally via a virtual cup of coffee, ask your questions, and get a feel for the atmosphere of our office and our colleagues.
A pre-employment screening is part of the application and selection process. DISA performs the screening on behalf of Houthoff.
Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.