Senior Legal PA – Employment
Our award-winning international law firm client is seeking a proactive and meticulous Senior Legal PA to support the Chair of Employment and one other Senior Partner in their high-achieving Employment department. This role calls for someone who brings solid experience at senior board level, alongside great energy, and a forward-thinking mindset.
*Salary to £50,000
*Hybrid working – 3 days in the office / 2 days remote
*Comprehensive employee benefits
*25 days annual leave plus holiday entitlement flex
*Wellbeing fund
Senior Legal PA – Employment Key Responsibilities:
*Acting as a first point of contact on behalf of the fee earners
*Supporting fee earners and Senior Legal PAs in the smooth running of the client/matter lifecycle
*Assisting fee earners to ensure compliance with the Firm’s documented compliance policy and guidelines, particularly around new matters, retainer letters, conflict checks, searches, CDD & KYC
*Proactive and advanced calendar management for assigned fee earners (scheduling calls / meetings)
*Organising business breakfasts, dinners, or smaller events
*Full management of travel and expenses for assigned fee earners
*Prepare, amend, and proofread documents
*Develop a strong working knowledge of the firm’s billing systems
*Supporting fee earners with monitoring and addressing unpaid bills
*Coordinate the WIP lists and billing on behalf of Partners
Senior Legal PA – Employment Key Skills & Requirements:
*Proven experience working as a Legal PA / Secretary within a recognised law firm at senior level
*Experience gained within an Employment team/practice group would be advantageous
*Excellent IT skills across a broad range of MS Office with a willingness to learn new software and adapt to change
*A strong team player, willing to take on work for additional fee earners and/or help with other tasks as needed to meet the needs of the business
*Enjoy working in a busy and fast paced environment