About the Company
An award-winning law firm is seeking an experienced Legal PA to join its established Real Estate team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking firm known for its supportive culture, modern working environment, and strong PA network.
About the Role
You will support a busy Construction & Planning team within Real Estate, working closely with a team of around 8 people, including Partners, managing associates, and other fee earners. Your role will involve full PA support to a Partner as well as assisting the wider team with day-to-day administrative, organisational, and financial tasks.
Responsibilities
* Provide full PA support to a Partner, including diary management, travel arrangements, meeting coordination, and document preparation
* Supporting the wider team of around 8 people with administrative and organisational tasks
* Working closely with finance teams to assist with billing, reporting, and management of matter balances and working capital
* Reviewing billing information to ensure accuracy before sending to clients and ensuring bills are processed in line with agreed client terms
* Managing client and matter inception processes, including engagement letters and liaising with internal teams
* Completing conflict checks and client due diligence processes
* Assisting with file management, billing processes, and matter closures
* Organising complex travel arrangements, meeting logistics, and preparation of meeting packs
* Supporting business development activities, including organising client events, conferences, and meetings
* Maintaining CRM systems, fee earner CVs, and credentials databases
* Assisting with bids, tenders, and marketing initiatives, including preparing PowerPoint presentations and documentation
* Liaising with document production teams for preparation and amendment of legal documents
Qualifications
* At least 3 years' experience in a Legal PA or similar role within a professional services/blue chip company
Required Skills
* Experience supporting a team of fee earners, including providing full PA support to a Partner
* Confidence supporting billing processes and financial administration
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
* Experience with diary and inbox management for senior stakeholders
* Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
* Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
* A proactive and collaborative approach to supporting a wider team
Pay range and compensation package
* Benefits include: 25 days holiday with a holiday buy-back scheme, discretionary bonus, private healthcare, hybrid working, extensive training and development opportunities
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.