An exciting and unique opportunity for an experienced Legal PA to join a leading international law firm based in the city, supporting the Managing Partner.
This role would suit a Legal PA with previous experience supporting at Head of / Senior Partner level looking for a new challenge. The Partner sits within the Real Estate team, therefore any real estate experience would be a bonus but not essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage diaries, appointments and competing priorities, ensuring the Managing Partner is well prepared for meetings and commitments.
- Arrange meetings, conference calls, travel, accommodation and itineraries.
- Prepare, format and proofread correspondence, documents and presentations to a high standard.
- Act as a professional first point of contact for clients, colleagues and external stakeholders.
- Support client engagement and business development activities, including events, conferences and client visits.
- Assist with time recording, billing, expenses and other financial administration.
- Maintain accurate electronic records, manage filing and support matter opening and closure.
- Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and papers, take minutes where required and follow up on actions.
- Liaise with internal departments, including Business Development and Marketing, to ensure the smooth delivery of activities.
- Provide support to colleagues and visiting senior stakeholders as required.
- Maintain confidentiality, follow internal procedures and identify opportunities to improve processes.
Person Specification
- Previous experience in a similar Legal PA role supporting at a senior level.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy workload.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and document production skills.
- A proactive approach, with the ability to anticipate needs and use initiative.
- A professional and confident manner when dealing with senior stakeholders and clients.
- Strong relationship-building skills and a collaborative approach.
- Discretion when handling confidential information.
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
If you're an experienced Legal PA looking for a new challenge, please do get in touch!
