About the Company
They are a global law firm with offices across five continents, providing a broad range of legal services to clients worldwide. The firm serves a diverse client base, including corporations, financial institutions, governments, and individuals, across various industries such as energy, infrastructure, technology, and healthcare.
About the role
- Provide high-level administrative support to a Partner in the Corporate practice group.
- Assist with drafting and editing legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and corporate filings.
- Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
- Prepare correspondence, memos, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
- Organise and maintain electronic and physical files, ensuring accurate record-keeping and document management.
- Assist with billing and time entry tasks, including reviewing and editing invoices.
- Coordinate document production and distribution for client meetings, presentations, and transactions.
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information to support case strategy and client needs.
- Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, and internal stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner.
- Handle phone calls, emails, and other inquiries promptly and professionally.
Skills & Experience
The successful candidates will have:
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or administrative assistant in a corporate or law firm environment.
- Strong knowledge of corporate legal terminology, procedures, and document formats.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and legal software (e.g., document management systems).
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks, including proofreading and editing legal documents.
How to Apply
For more information or a confidential discussion please call Louise Scragg at u&u on 02 8245 7*** or click to apply. We look forward to receiving your application and assisting you with your job search.
Please submit your resume in Word format only.