The Role
Legal PA - Edinburgh - Up to £35,000 salary
Join a highly regarded organisation and immerse yourself in an environment that champions growth and progression. Become an integral part of a dynamic and fast-paced Corporate team, where you will contribute to innovative projects and exceptional client service.
As a Legal PA, you will provide high-quality, proactive support to partners and fee earners, making a tangible impact on the team's success.
Key Responsibilities
* Work together with finance teams to enhance fee earners' financial performance, driving client billing, reporting, matter balances, and working capital management
* Partner with the Business Development team to coordinate exciting events and conferences, manage CRM administration, and craft and update compelling CVs for fee earners
* If your allocated fee earner is a Client Relationship Partner for a Client Universe Client, play a pivotal role in organising and attending key meetings, planning impactful events, and compiling insightful client reports
* Take charge of matter management processes, ensuring the correct application of rates at the outset, timely preparation of engagement letters, and seamless liaison with the Business Acceptance Unit
* Conduct thorough conflict checks and Client Due Diligence processes, ensuring meticulous completion of the Client Matter Inception process per best practice protocols
* Oversee comprehensive file management processes, including identifying matters for closure, ensuring timely bill payments, managing work in progress, and archiving completed files efficiently
* Provide comprehensive diary management, including planning, travel arrangements, identifying meeting conflicts and resolving them independently to ensure smooth operations
* Identify and recommend innovative, cost-effective options for complex travel arrangements, ensuring a seamless experience for fee earners
* Ensure all meeting requirements are identified and actioned, including proactive preparation of meeting packs, itineraries, and hospitality resources
* Demonstrate strong technical skills to support fee earners effectively, proactively identifying and addressing knowledge gaps
* Uphold risk and compliance policies and procedures, promptly raising any queries with the relevant Partner or Risk and Compliance team
The Candidate
* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a keen eye for grammar and punctuation
* A minimum of three years’ experience (or equivalent) in a comparable environment at an appropriate level
* High proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
* A track record of delivering outstanding client service
* Detail-oriented mindset with experience in a fast-paced office environment
* Strong ability to collaborate as part of a team while also thriving independently
* A commitment to exceeding expectations and achieving goals
The Benefits & How to Apply
* Up to £35,000 depending on experience
* 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays - option to buy/sell 5 additional days
* Incentive birthday day off
* Private health & dental care
* Season ticket loans.
* Perk box discounts - High-street & gym
* Generous pension scheme
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone.
Contact Tara Halliwell (Retained Consultant)
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0793 999 2563
Email: tara.halliwell@williamjamesrecruitment.com