Legal Personal Assistant
Edinburgh
The Opportunity
We are recruiting a Legal PA to join the Corporate division of an established Edinburgh law firm. The successful candidate will provide high-quality PA, secretarial and administrative support to fee earners in the Corporate Finance team, with occasional support to the wider division.
Key Responsibilities
1. Opening and closing client/matter files, including conflict checks and compliance with AML procedures.
2. Supporting monthly billing processes, preparing invoices and liaising with fee earners and finance teams.
3. Producing accurate correspondence, documents and presentations using Microsoft Office and document management systems.
4. Comprehensive diary and inbox management, arranging meetings, travel and events.
5. Assisting with team meetings, minute-taking and coordination of follow-up actions.
6. Handling client queries, calls and correspondence in a professional manner.
7. Maintaining contact information and supporting business development activities.
8. Providing occasional support across the wider PA group.
About You
9. Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
10. Previous experience as a PA or Executive Assistant in a professional services environment.
11. Confident in managing multiple priorities and working to deadlines.
12. Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong document production skills.
13. Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
14. Legal sector experience would be advantageous but is not essential.