Meraki Talent is working with leading Law firm based in Edinburgh, looking for a Practice Support/Legal Secretary to join their team.
You will have exposure supporting fee-earners, dealing with all aspects of administration and coordination. This will suit someone who enjoys delivering exceptional client services and is very proactive.
Practice Support / Legal Secretary responsibilities:
* Diary management for multiple fee-earners.
* Travel management across UK and Internationally
* Prepare draft emails on behalf of fee earners.
* Review documents and edit where necessary.
* Creation of documents ahead of meetings, including presentations, bids, tenders.
* Organise client entertainment, including lunches, dinners as well as conferences and seminars.
* Supporting with internal team events, including training sessions, lunch and learns and social events.
* Preparation of agendas and meeting papers.
* Responsible for inbox management.
* Undertake research ahead of fee earner meetings.
* Conducting AML checks where necessary.
Person Specification
* At least 18months experience in a similar role within a Legal environment.
* Strong organisational skills.
* Excellent communication, including written and verbal communication.
* Must have strong attention to detail.
* Ability to use own initiative and exhibit a professional approach during challenging situations.