Role : Personal Assistant
Location : Edinburgh
Salary : £27,000-£31,000
Pertemps are recruiting a Personal Assistant to work with the Edinburgh based client. The purpose of the role is to provide administrative, secretarial and PA support to the larger team.
The Role :
1. Managing lawyers' schedules and appointments, including coordinating meetings and conferences
2. Screening and directing phone calls and correspondence to the appropriate individuals
3. Drafting and proofreading legal documents, letters, and emails
4. Conducting research and compiling relevant information for legal cases
5. Organizing and maintaining files, documents, and databases in both physical and electronic formats
6. Making travel arrangements and preparing travel itineraries as needed
7. Assisting with billing and invoicing processes
8. Providing general administrative support, such as photocopying, scanning, and filing
9. Handling other ad-hoc tasks and projects as assigned
About You :
10. Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or similar role, preferably within a legal environment
11. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software applications
12. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
13. Exceptional organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize tasks effectively
14. Discretion and confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
15. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
16. Previous experience in a legal setting or familiarity with legal terminology is desirable but not essential
17. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines