JM Legal are frequently instructed on a variety of Legal Secretary / Legal PA vacancies from our clients throughout the legal sector and beyond. Whilst we endeavour to advertise all of our active vacancies as soon as possible, there are always a number of positions that cannot be advertised due to confidentiality agreements with our clients, or some positions so new they may just not be advertised yet. If you cannot see the role you are looking for please get in touch and one of our consultants will contact you to discuss all suitable opportunities in relation to your experience.

Legal PA & Secretarial Jobs
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Legal PA - Global Law firm - Restructuring dept - £48k!
London | £45000 - £48000 per annum
Superb UK Law firm looking to add to its Restructuring team Salary £48,000 - broad range of benefits available and agile working Working for one of the most successful firms on the planet, with a deceptively vibrant and pulsating work environment and based close to the City this Legal Secretary PA role is working within their Restructuring practice group They're seeking an energetic and competent Legal Secretary PA who will be able to support the Partner and team, during a particularly busy time for the group. Initiative and common sense are key, as well as the confidence to drive things forward. Diary management and gate keeping will take up a large part of this Legal Secretary PA role as well as extensive international travel arrangements. It's likely you'll be the first point of contact for key clients and stakeholders too so the more personable you are, the better. In addition to this, a large part of this role involves Business Development so any experience in this would be highly beneficial too! Based in the bustling City of London with easy transport links (Liverpool Street to be precise!) the location should appeal to just about every Legal Secretary PA around. So, with a great salary, a busy team, an involving role and working for one of the top international Law firm, this has all the hallmarks for a fantastic career move. If you've got what it takes and want to add a hugely reputable firm that's a joy to work at then please do not hesitate to contact me.
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Legal PA - Energy, Trade & Infrastructure - £43k - hybrid
London | £40000 - £43000 per annum
A Leading international Law firm are looking for an Energy, Trade and Infrastructure Legal Secretary PA to join their burgeoning team! Salary up to £43,000. Excellent benefits and agile working. Based close to Cannon Street, this Legal Secretary PA role is working for a hugely successful Global Law firm with even bigger ambitions! Working for a Senior Partner, this Legal Secretary PA role requires the utmost professionalism at all times. A large part of this Legal Secretary PA role will involve complex diary management and travel arranging although there will be a small bit of document work for you to keep your typing skills up to date with. You MUST be a fast and accurate typist though, even if the work doesn't always require it. The ideal Legal Secretary PA will have current and up to date Corporate/Banking experience although a strong background in Corporate WILL be considered. The Energy Trade and Infrastructure team is part of the wider Banking group which over the recent years has become a key area for growth, particularly with the increasing need for Renewable energy these days! As with most Senior positions, this is a full-on role that will be both challenging yet extremely gratifying and a fantastic opportunity to further your career within a highly reputable Law firm. Only those with previous Private Practice Law firm experience are suitable for this role - please do not apply if you do not have this.
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Senior Legal PA - US Law firm - £49,000 - hybrid working!
London | £45000 - £49000 per annum
A brilliant opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary/PA to continue their development at one of the world's best performing US Law firms based in the City whose staff retention is second to none. Salary is between £45,000-49,000 - hybrid working policy 3 days in the office, 2 from home. Working as an integral part of the team, this role sits within the firm's much heralded Asset Management department. With an agreeable allocation of 5:1 (including a Senior Partner), this role is busy but gratifying, providing a high degree of involvement for the individual and a great team ethic amongst the employees. Based within clear view of the magnificent St Paul's Cathedral, the surrounding area is simply stunning. It also offers a good mixture of shops, bars, cafes, restaurants and those little pockets of serenity that the City of London does so well. Previous experience within a law firm is imperative, ideally a US one too. As for Legal knowledge, a good understanding of Asset Management would be beneficial, however, both Corporate or Litigation backgrounds can be considered as your skills are very much transferable. The role requires excellent secretarial, IT, administrative, organisational and personal skills. Good communication and 'soft' skills are a must due to the size of the firm and level of client involvement. Private Practice Law firm experience is essential for this role - please do not apply if you do not have this. If you have any questions or would like any further details, please do not hesitate to contact me.
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Legal Secretary/PA - Commercial Litigation - flexible working!
London | £32000 - £40000 per annum
Have you worked within Commercial Litigation or Dispute Resolution? Do you want to progress your career at a Sunday Times Top 100 company? Then you'd better read on… Salary up to £40,000 with a competitive benefits package and agile working Working for a highly reputable, growing UK Law firm, with a reputation for investing in their staff and promoting internally, a full-time opportunity has arisen for a sparky and forthcoming Legal Secretary/PA to join their Dispute Resolution team. With your time spread across two busy Partners and associated fee earners, the working day will be incredibly varied and it'll be 5.30pm before you know it! Based close to Bank station, this Legal Secretary/PA role couldn't be easier to reach too. This role demands exceptional Secretarial, IT, Administrative and organizational skills, together with the ability to be able to deal with a range of more complex, non-standard tasks - flexibility is key! The team themselves are a fun group and the firm in general have a very small staff turnover. Having placed candidates at this firm previously, they offer one of the most supportive, constructive and progressive working environments around. Private Practice Law firm experience is essential for this role and it will be a bigger bonus if you have Commercial Litigation or Dispute Resolution experience! For more information on this role, please contact me.
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Litigation Legal PA - boutique Law firm - £50k!
London | £45000 - £50000 per annum
A specialist Litigation Law firm is looking to expand and seek an ambitious, vibrant and energetic Legal PA to join their friendly team. As this is a new position, the salary range will be based on experience but the firm anticipate anywhere between £45-50,000. Working across the team of 8, you will support some of the most impressive and successful Litigators in London. As a result, this role is incredibly diverse and will provide plenty of variety with an option of undertaking additional Paralegal work too. Fundamentals include excellent attention to detail, the ability to 'spin plates' and be both pro-active and pre-emptive. A challenge you will no doubt take in your stride! Although they are expanding, this Law firm has already received acclaim as being one of the Capital's leading employers. This is their first external recruitment so you have a great opportunity to make your mark, grow the role and play a part in the firms continued success. If you are interested or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me.
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Admin Assistant - Leading Global Law Firm
City of London | £20000 - £23500 per annum
Administrator to the Management Team (FTC 12 months) - Leading Global Law Firm - Paying up to £23, 500 My Client is a Law Firm, who are committed to being one of the most future facing firms within the market and have 80 offices in 50 countries and 5,000+ lawyers worldwide. They are driven by technology, embrace the possibilities, nurture their employees to ensure they meet their full potential and recruit top talent. There is ample opportunity to build a close and strong relationship with the PA to the Managing Partner who will mentor and support the successful Candidate, provide them with an understanding and ensure they are fully conversant in a variety of tasks which the wider team undertake. Duties include: Extensive administrative tasks: travel and itinerary preparation, expenses, planning and arranging corporate hospitality both internal and on occasion external, internal events, employee anniversaries, invoice payments, extensive diary and email management Document amendments Scanning documents Printing and photocopying To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate: Ability to communicate effectively at all levels Ability to prioritise own workload with direction as required Ability to keep calm under pressure Good team player A "can-do" and flexible attitude Excellent attention to detail Good working knowledge of Outlook and Word Given the role is working in the Management Team the Candidate will be exposed to highly confidential information and it is important that they are aware of the importance of maintaining confidentiality Please contact Sian Taylor at JM Legal for further information.
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Legal Secretary - Media & Entertainment - agile working!
London | £35000 - £37000 per annum
One of the UK's favourite Media & Entertainment firms are on the hunt for a Legal Secretary to work in their market leading Civil Litigation/Dispute Resolution department Salary up to £37,000 / Agile working policy A well-respected Law firm in London's are looking for a new Legal Secretary PA to join their top Litigation team. With a reputation for dealing with high profile clients, wealthy benefactors and people that should really know better, the firm are seeking a bright and ambitious Legal Secretary PA to support an allocation of 6, including a Partner. The offices ooze class and sophistication and are surrounded by all things fun in London. They're easy to reach from most mainline stations, however, you can always walk from some of the ones further afield, Summer's only round the corner…! Your reward for negotiating the travel is to be based close to some of London's best bars and shops; what could possibly go wrong? This Legal Secretary PA will be responsible for aspect of the administrative and secretarial support work for the team. They will work closely with all members of the team in an efficient, proactive and professional manner and ensure best practice at all times. For an idea of the duties involved, please see below: General admin, such as file opening, billing and file closing etc. Occasional management of team members' diaries. Organise various internal and external meetings, including room bookings, refreshments, IT equipment etc. Manage telephone, voicemail, out of office and email messages for the team when they're not available, responding as necessary Coordinate and manage hospitality, expenses and conference calls for the team, as required Proactively assist and manage the team's IT queries/issues, liaise with IT support if necessary Distribute documentation internally and externally, electronically or hard copy Delegate large jobs to alternative sources Ensure all team electronic and hard copy filing is managed in a timely and efficient manner, in strict accordance with firm procedures Audio dictation Assistance to fee earners with preparing Court bundles Travel arrangements both within the UK and international If you have any questions, would like further information or just a chat about life in general, please drop me a line.
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Corporate/Banking Legal PA
City of London | £30000 - £40000 per annum + Agile Working
Legal Secretary - Banking/Corporate - Paying up to £40,000 - + Hybrid Working One of the leading Global Law firms is seeking a Legal Secretary to support their renowned Banking/Corporate department. They fully acknowledge that their people are the key to their success, which is why they seek to recruit and retain the most talented individuals in all regions of their Global practice. The role is supporting a team of Fee Earners of varying levels within a busy team. The successful Candidate will be confident creating and amending Legal documents and be a real team player. Duties include: * Diary and email management * Arranging travel * Liaising with Clients * Creating and amending Legal documents * Coordinating meetings * Monthly billing * BD Pitches * Organise BD events Please contact Sian Taylor at JM Legal for a confidential discussion and or further information.
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Commercial Property Executive Assistant
London | £38000 - £42000 per annum + Agile Working
Commercial Property Executive Assistant - Top Tier Law Firm - Paying up to £42,000 + Agile Working My client is a Top Tier Law firm who are known for their engaged and friendly manner, ensuring that they build long lasting relationships with not only their clients, but staff members alike. They currently have around 300 staff members and are seeking a Commercial Real Estate Executive Assistant to join their welcoming team. The team is one of the largest practices in the market, with over 90 lawyers and has an outstanding reputation for delivering high quality and seamless service to the clients. Furthermore, this service is all provided by the team collectively whereby the Partners fully appreciate that the support members are essential to their continued success. Experience of managing and organising Outlook; inboxes, calendars and contacts, reviewing and forwarding internal and external mail, e-filing and all general maintenance of client files and folders. Significant legal secretarial expertise as a commercial real estate secretary, gained at partner level within a London law firm. Experience of providing a polished secretarial service and administrative support to a busy team of allocated fee earners. Pro-activity and ability to enthusiastically take ownership of the team's workflow, utilising the support departments where appropriate and as part of providing regular workflow solutions. Ability to prepare, edit and proofread all documents, house style and non house style, either from dictation, general instruction or by personally drafting with fastidious attention to detail and focus on quality. Experience of maintaining routine billing, billing guides and financial records, prepare and closely assisting with all aspects of the bill production process. Contact Sian Taylor at JM Legal for further information.
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Litigation/Corporate Legal Secretary
London | £30000 - £37000 per annum + Agile Working
Corporate & Dispute Resolution Legal Secretary - Award Winning Law Firm - Paying up to £37,000 My Client, a leading Law firm located in the heart of London seek a strong Corporate/Litigation Legal Secretary to join their team of specialist lawyers offering Commercial Legal services to a range of businesses which include many household names. The workload is varied, and the successful candidate will be supporting their own allocation of Fee Earners. The team are busy and have a range of work requirements including: Fast and effective dictation for correspondence Document amendment and formatting Diary management Liaising with clients Liaising with the finance team to complete monthly billing arrangements Assisting with the administration connected to business development activities undertaken by the team This reputable firm require a Legal Secretary who is self-motivated, seeking a challenging and varied role and the ideal candidate should have the following attributes: Previous Legal Secretarial experience gained within a Law firm Keyboard/audio skills A clear and articulate telephone manner and ability to take clear, accurate messages and instructions Exceptional administrative, workflow and organisational skills Excellent attention to detail Flexibility and an ability to prioritise when multi-tasking Computer literate with a comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft office applications (word, excel, outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) Please contact Sian Taylor at JM Legal for further information
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Legal Secretary PA - Property Litigation - £42k hybrid working!
London | £40000 - £42000 per annum
Legal Secretary PA to Head of Department Salary up to £42,000 with a great benefits package and hybrid working Have you worked within Real Estate or Property Litigation previously? Then here's a role for you too! Working for one of London's most unique Law firms who are steeped in tradition and history yet adopt a very modern approach to all things legal; they've represented clients in some of the most ground-breaking cases to date and the working environment is welcoming and incredibly supportive to any new Legal Secretary PA looking to join. With your time spread across working for the Head of Department of Property Litigation and the wider team, your day will fly by. Given the level, this role demands exceptional Secretarial, IT, Administrative and Organisational skills, together with the ability to be able to deal with a range of more complex, non-standard tasks - flexibility is the key! The team themselves are a really fun bunch with arranging social nights a key part of the week… Having placed candidates at this firm previously, I have it on good word that the firm offers one of the most supportive, constructive and progressive working environments around, making even the most shy of people feel 'part of the gang' from day one. Private Practice Law firm experience is essential for this role, ideally from a Legal 500 Law firm. If you do not have direct Property/Conveyancing Litigation experience, a strong 'crossover' background from Real Estate and Construction, Planning or Litigation will be considered. If you have any questions or would like any further details, please do not hesitate to contact me!
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Evening Secretary/DP Operator needed for top ranked US Law firm
London | £47000 - £48000 per annum
EVENING SECRETARY/DP OPERATOR - Top 10 US Law firm A new Evening Secretary/DP Operator role that caters for those looking to continue their Legal career later in the day - between 5.45pm-11.15pm to be precise. Salary up to £48,000 + additional travel allowance and hybrid working Our client, a world-renowned US Law firm based in the City, are looking for an Evening Secretary/DP Operator to work provide a seamless service to fee earners through evening. With location in mind, the firm is served by both Moorgate and Liverpool Street and even London Bridge. Alternatively, you could drive in at that time as the roads will be bliss! A high degree of autonomy will be expected and a candidate of the utmost reliability and confidence - it's likely you will be working by yourself a majority of the time so experience at this would be hugely beneficial and could be the difference between you getting the role. Previous and up-to-date experience within Document Production or as an Evening Secretary from a Private Practice Law firm is an absolute must - only those with this experience will be considered. In addition to this, broad Legal knowledge would be a bonus but if you have predominately worked in Corporate and Litigation you're off to a good start! If you'd like any further information, or questions regarding this role or any others, please don't hesitate to contact me.
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Junior Legal Secretary - top UK Law firm - hybrid working!
London | £36000 - £37000 per annum
A tremendous opportunity has arisen for a Junior Legal Secretary PA to join one of the UKs premier Law firms in London. A strong onus on Litigation/Dispute Resolution or Corporate, the successful candidates will work for one Partner and up to six other Fee Earners... Salary up to £37,000 - hybrid working Based in London's thriving West End, their grand offices are set in palatial surroundings offering a great deal of respite and serenity from your working day. The firm are one of few left that actively invest in their staff; when you're not working, you're training. The firm love to empower their staff and ensure that they have the utmost technical skills. This Junior Legal Secretary PA role also offers a high degree of involvement and the prospect of engaging in Business Development and Marketing amongst other areas of the business. Only candidates with previous experience of Litigation/Dispute Resolution or Corporate within a Private Practice Law firm, regardless of market sector, will be considered. As a thriving firm, it is essential that this Junior Legal Secretary PA has strong secretarial, IT, administrative, organisational and personal skills…but we all have those right? It goes without saying that a good team player is a must as the Junior Legal Secretary PA will be expected to cover any absences if they arise. (That's the professional view anyway - the rest of the team are great and highly sociable more importantly....!) If you have any questions or would like any further details, please do not hesitate to contact me.
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Legal Secretary - FULLY REMOTE - £35,000
London | £30000 - £35000 per annum + 25 days holiday + full IT Set up
*FULLY REMOTE* UK based Legal Secretary to work for Private Wealth Lawyers based in Bermuda! Do you want the flexibility to live/work anywhere in the country as a Legal Secretary? Then this is the role for you! My client, a leading offshore law firm are seeking a UK based Legal Secretary to work fully remote for Private Wealth Lawyers based in Bermuda. You will work to Bermuda hours, which is 1pm to 9.30pm (UK time) Monday to Friday. You will be entitled to the fully list of benefits including 25 days holiday, Full IT Setup, discretionary bonus, health care, buy/sell 5 days holiday + much more! Remote Legal Secretary's aren't new to the firm as they already have fully remote Legal secretary's working for lawyers based in Bermuda, so they are used to this way of working!! You can expect all the standard Legal Secretary / PA responsibilities including but not limited to: Diary management International travel arrangements Billing Amending/producing documents Arranging meetings Assisting with conflict checks Updating conflict checks You will need at least 3 years Legal Secretary experience within either Private Wealth/Client, Corporate/Finance.
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PA to Global Banking Head of HR and COO
City of London | £36000 - £38000 per annum
PA to the Global Banking's Head of HR and Chief Operating Officer together with administration support to Global Banking's Practice Manager and Management Team of a leading international law firm in the City. To be successful in this role the individual must have strong administration skills with the ability to balance competing demands, have strong attention to detail and the ability to think laterally, recognising where tasks may overlap or impact on other members of the wider team. Previous experience within the legal sector is not essential, however professional services experience is essential. Role and Responsibilities The PA role consists of: Daily maintenance of diary events and organisation of the day-to-day schedule of team, to include the identification and resolution of potential issues; Coordination of meetings, to include the consideration of and responsibility for ensuring all necessary arrangements are made; Proactive management of Banking Management Team to ensure that they attend meetings on time and with the appropriate documents/presentations; Respond to telephone calls in a professional manner, acting as a filter to manage and control calls Proactive management of emails, voicemails and general post, using initiative to route emails to the appropriate individuals for swift response and action, ensuring that tasks are followed up; Prepare and/or ensure availability of necessary agendas, presentations and meeting papers, including printing and timely distribution; Planning and coordination of comprehensive travel programmes, to include booking flights, hotels, car transfers, and preparation of itineraries and to the appropriate high standard expenditure; Proofread all work to ensure that completed documents are delivered accurately; Assisting in any HR-related duties such as the partner review process, equity progression process and the partnership selection process, helping to assemble documentation and organise meetings as needed; Providing support for the wider Global Banking department by assisting in organising events such as partner conferences; Helping on various admin tasks for the wider Banking Support team, including HR managers and HR specialist; Reporting such as outstanding timesheets; Monitoring weekly movements reports and updating joiners/leavers on distribution lists/our associate training tracker and ensuring matter manager reports are sent for all leavers; Completing timesheets for the department for example for secondments; Liaising with PA's to ensure matter numbers are set up for new client secondments; Administrator for Banking's Business Continuity Plan; Updating intranet with general information to encourage knowledge sharing across Banking groups via SharePoint; Updating the headcount report on a monthly basis; Coding invoices and processing expenses; Overseeing the team staff entertainment budget and organising team social events; Working closely with the PA to the Global Banking Co-Head, providing cover during absence; Working closely with Banking Group Support Specialist, providing cover during absence and support during busy periods. Person Specification Excellent attention to detail; Solid administration skills; Understand the importance of confidentiality and discretion at all times; Reliable and trustworthy; The ability to prioritise, multi-task and work under pressure; Ability to build a strong network of contacts; First-class organisational skills; Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; Good numerical skills; A high degree of accuracy; A good knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint; A proactive attitude - the role will vary from week to week and the right candidate will be able to make the role their own and add increased value to the team; A flexible approach - the role will mostly be normal working hours but it may be necessary to do some overtime at times of particular busyness or assist at overnight conferences; Previous experience within the legal sector is not essential, however professional services experience is essential.
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Jnr Legal Secretary - Commercial Property - hybrid working!
London | £32000 - £34000 per annum
Commercial Property Legal Secretary - friendly UK Law firm with beautiful, modern offices in the City. The salary range is between £32-34,000 so this could the perfect role for someone who has burgeoning Commercial Property experience but is looking to progress their Legal Secretary career to the next level at a top performing practice. A well-established, down to earth Law firm with an 'open door policy' is offering you the opportunity to join their flourishing Construction/Commercial Property team. Based in the centre of the City within easy reach of Liverpool/Fenchurch/Cannon Street, London Bridge and Blackfriars, the location is ideal. As for their offices, they're something to behold! This Legal Secretary will support a range of fee earners, including Partners, and therefore someone who has the knowledge and experience to quickly and succinctly integrate themselves within a new team will be of huge benefit to the firm. Usual secretarial duties apply and a familiarity with the land registry portal will be beneficial. That said, the firm are incredibly supportive and will do what they can to help you settle in. The ideal Legal Secretary PA will have current and up to date Construction/Commercial Property or Real Estate experience from a local or private practice law firm. Please apply today if you feel you are suitable - you will not be disappointed by this excellent firm.
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Team Administrators - Outstanding City Law Firm
City of London | £23000 - £26500 per annum + + Hybrid working + excellent benefits
This well known City law firm is looking for FOUR Team Administrators to join their London office on an initial 12-month fixed term contract basis, to work within various practice groups! Successful candidates will provide high quality administrative support to the busy Secretarial Teams! You will undertake day-to-day administrative tasks and be involved in the preparation of document and correspondence, as well as supporting on projects, and some diary management. Ideally you will have some office experience, although training will be provided, therefore this role could also suit a school or college leaver with excellent grades (Minimum 5 GCSE's at grade C or above)! You will have: Client service orientated approach. A proven working understanding of teamwork. Problem solving skills. Strong computer skills, specifically in relation to MS Office. Good communication skills. Self-management and excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work calmly and effectively in a pressurised environment. Attention to detail and discretion with confidential information. Able to work effectively as part of a diverse and inclusive team. Ability to touch type quickly and accurately. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the most highly respected law firms in the City; plus the prospect of joining on a permanent basis either during or at the end of the contract is highly probable! Contact me now for more information!
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Legal PA - Litigation/Disputes - £42k - Liverpool Street!
City of London | £40000 - £42000 per annum
An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary PA to join one of the UKs premier Law firms in London. A strong onus on Litigation/Dispute Resolution, the successful candidates will work for one Senior Partner and up to six other Fee Earners... With a salary up to £42,000 this would suit anyone who has amassed a solid amount of experience within a Private Practice firm in London and is now seeking that next step in their career. The firm have recently relocated to serene offices in the City that are easily accessible from Liverpool Street, Moorgate and Cannon Street. The firm are one of few left that actively invest in their staff; when you're not working, you're training. The firm love to empower their staff and ensure that they have the utmost technical skills. This Legal Secretary PA role also offers a high degree of involvement and the prospect of engaging in Business Development and Marketing amongst other areas of the business. Only candidates with previous experience of Litigation/Dispute Resolution within a Private Practice Law firm, regardless of market sector, will be considered. As a thriving firm, it is essential that the Legal Secretary PA has strong secretarial, IT, administrative, organisational and personal skills; a given for any firm in London! It goes without saying that a good team player is a must as the Legal Secretary PA will be expected to cover any absences if they arise. (That's the professional view anyway - the rest of the team are great and highly sociable more importantly....!) If you have any questions or would like any further details, please do not hesitate to contact me.
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Legal PA - Corporate/Finance dept - £42k - Liverpool St!
City of London | £40000 - £42000 per annum
A leading International Law firm based close to Liverpool Street Station, is looking to recruit a Legal Secretary PA within the Corportate/Finance department. Salary up to £42,000 - hybrid working This Legal Secretary PA role involves working for a Senior Partner and their team; a full-on, challenging yet rewarding position. Previous experience at this level is desired but not required. The Senior Partner is a light-hearted, determined individual whose instructions are clear and concise as is their dictation. So, if you're an upbeat, positive person with a willing attitude and long to work in a team with a similar mentality, look no further! Now the 'boring' bit…there is a clear hierarchy present and a clearly mapped career development plan to the top designed to help you reach your goals and maximise your potential. Furthermore, those within the industry describe the firm as a fun, friendly and lively place to work - what more could you want. If interested or you would like any further information whatsoever, do not hesitate to contact me.
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Legal PA - Litigation / Disputes (Liverpool Street)
City of London | £40000 - £42000 per annum
Legal PA - Dispute Resolution for a leading City based law firm based on the doorstep of Liverpool Street Station - c£42,000 Duties: Proactively managing and maintaining diary planning and coordination for allocated fee earners, making appointments and co-ordinating internal and external client meetings, identifying and resolving potential challenges and clashes, ensuring arrangements are made for equipment, venue and resources and that fee earners have all necessary paperwork. Travel management, booking transport, hotels, client meetings and producing detailed itineraries. Coordinating business development and client liaison initiatives for fee earners, including updating database information and assisting with marketing initiatives and events (including occasional support at events e.g. registration desk). Proactively dealing with all aspects of claiming expenses, including InterAction entries. Liaising with the firm's clients in a confident and professional manner, building strong working relationships with clients and contacts. Dealing professionally and promptly with client (internal and external) telephone calls and communications, including calls diverted to the team. Creating, uploading and general maintenance of client sites and extranets. Technical and Organisational Skills: Monitoring fee earners' mailboxes when they are out of the office or attending a long meeting, responding to emails as necessary and prioritising correspondence to enable fee earners to focus on urgent matters. Using initiative to route emails to the appropriate individuals for swift response and action and responding to and filing emails in Filesite on behalf of partners and fee earners to reduce volume (where possible). Preparing bills, including resolving queries and dealing with outstanding fees, maintaining accurate billing/contact details, preparation of narratives and drafting first bills with covering correspondence for partner approval. Assisting fee earners by liaising with the billing team, and following up with debt recovery as requested. Proactively ensuring Carpe Diem is updated for all allocated fee earners, particularly for holiday or sickness absence. Informing the Legal PA Co-ordinator if a fee earner is working from home or absent due to holiday or sickness. Providing secretarial assistance to assigned fee-earners, which includes audio typing, copy typing, formatting documents, creating correspondence, pitches and presentations. Delegating complex and lengthy documents to the Document Production Team, ensuring requirements and timescales are clearly set out. Coordinating the opening of new client matters and assisting with Anti-Money Laundering processes, undertaking as much research as possible before passing over to the Partner for approval. Organising client documents (delegating scanning, formatting, photocopying and collating of information where necessary) for client meetings or hearings and carrying out research as required. Management and delegation of client filing and regular updating of client relationship management systems (Interaction), archiving historic files or closed matters. Personal Effectiveness and Teamworking: Working with a Legal PA Buddy or within the Legal PA team to provide assistance to lawyers in the group, prioritising own workload as required. Working closely within the team to provide general support to the group across rotas or core hours, including assisting during periods of high demand or helping other practice areas when required. Attending and participating in Legal PA team meetings. Proactively mentoring, coaching and assisting Junior Legal PAs and Team Admin Assistants to reach their full potential. Skills and experience - essential At least five years' previous experience in a secretarial role within a Dispute Resolution department is required. Excellent knowledge of Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Clear and professional in both written and verbal communication. Highly organised and able to assist others with the management of their practices. Accurate with a high level of attention to detail. Personal skills/attributes Enthusiastic, can-do, positive approach to tasks and situations, as well as requests for action outside normal scope of duties. Remaining calm and focused under pressure, delegating and requesting assistance when necessary. Ability to take personal responsibility, ownership and behave responsibly. Friendly, co-operative and approachable and all times. A team player who works in a flexible manner to assist the group, collaborating with others in sharing work and knowledge. Listening carefully to instructions and questioning intelligently to ensure all the information required to undertake a task has been gained. Pro-active and flexible attitude for any other ad-hoc tasks. Ability to maintain tact and diplomacy, trust and confidentiality. Excellent client service. Using initiative to continually assess where the role can be developed. Willingness to broaden skills to meet evolving requirements.