Legal Personal Assistant
Posted 1 day ago by DiverseJobsMatter
Negotiable
Fixed-Term
Hybrid
England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Legal Personal Assistant involves providing comprehensive support to Partners and fee earners within a prestigious international law firm's Real Estate team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The position requires a proactive and organized individual capable of managing complex administrative tasks in a fast-paced legal environment. The successful candidate will engage in billing processes, client coordination, and event management while ensuring high professional standards. This hybrid role offers an opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute to a collaborative team culture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage billing processes, financial reports, and working capital in collaboration with the Finance team.
- Work closely with the Business Development team to coordinate events, update CVs, and assist with bids and tenders.
- Support Client Relationship Partners with client meetings, events, and reporting.
- Oversee matter management processes, including engagement letters and compliance checks.
- Provide full diary management and organise complex travel arrangements.
- Prepare meeting materials, itineraries, and ensure all logistical requirements are met.
- Utilise internal systems to manage administrative workflows and delegate document production effectively.
Key Skills:
- Minimum of four years’ experience in a comparable legal or professional services environment.
- Proven ability to support multiple fee earners and senior stakeholders simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications with exceptional attention to detail.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively.
- Committed to delivering outstanding service and maintaining high professional standards.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: fixed-term
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Legal
Legal PA – 12-Month Fixed Term Contract (Hybrid – London, UK) Full-Time | Legal | Fixed Term Contract | Hybrid Working
Overview
Our client, a highly respected international law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal PA to join its Real Estate team on a 12-month fixed term contract . This role supports a group of Partners and fee earners based in London, offering a dynamic and engaging opportunity within a collaborative and professional environment. The position requires a proactive, organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced legal setting and is confident managing complex administrative and client coordination tasks.
Responsibilities
- Manage billing processes, financial reports, and working capital in collaboration with the Finance team.
- Work closely with the Business Development team to coordinate events, update CVs, and assist with bids and tenders.
- Support Client Relationship Partners with client meetings, events, and reporting.
- Oversee matter management processes, including engagement letters and compliance checks.
- Provide full diary management and organise complex travel arrangements.
- Prepare meeting materials, itineraries, and ensure all logistical requirements are met.
- Utilise internal systems to manage administrative workflows and delegate document production effectively.
Requirements
- Minimum of four years’ experience in a comparable legal or professional services environment.
- Proven ability to support multiple fee earners and senior stakeholders simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications with exceptional attention to detail.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively.
- Committed to delivering outstanding service and maintaining high professional standards.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and hybrid working model.
- Opportunity to work within a top-tier international law firm.
- Exposure to senior stakeholders and client-facing responsibilities.
- Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative working culture.
- Professional development opportunities within a respected organisation.
Application Process
If you are a skilled Legal PA seeking a contract role within a leading professional environment, we would welcome your application.