The RoleQualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.Legal PA - City of London - Up to 47,000 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 ResponsibilitiesWork together with finance teams to enhance fee earners' financial performance, driving client billing, reporting, matter balances, and working capital managementPartner with the Business Development team to coordinate exciting events and conferences, manage CRM administration, and craft and update compelling CVs for fee earnersIf 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 reportsTake 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 UnitConduct thorough conflict checks and Client Due Diligence processes, ensuring meticulous completion of the Client Matter Inception process per best practice protocolsOversee comprehensive file management processes, including identifying matters for closure, ensuring timely bill payments, managing work in progress, and archiving completed files efficientlyProvide comprehensive diary management, including planning, travel arrangements, identifying meeting conflicts and resolving them independently to ensure smooth operationsIdentify and recommend innovative, cost-effective options for complex travel arrangements, ensuring a seamless experience for fee earnersEnsure all meeting requirements are identified and actioned, including proactive preparation of meeting packs, itineraries, and hospitality resourcesDemonstrate strong technical skills to support fee earners effectively, proactively identifying and addressing knowledge gapsUphold risk and compliance policies and procedures, promptly raising any queries with the relevant Partner or Risk and Compliance teamThe CandidateExceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a keen eye for grammar and punctuationA minimum of three years experience (or equivalent) in a comparable environment at an appropriate levelHigh proficiency in Microsoft Office suiteA track record of delivering outstanding client serviceDetail-oriented mindset with experience in a fast-paced office environmentStrong ability to collaborate as part of a team while also thriving independentlyA commitment to exceeding expectations and achieving goalsThe Benefits & How to ApplyUp to 47,000 depending on experience26 days annual leave plus bank holidays - option to buy/sell 5 additional daysIncentive birthday day offPrivate health & dental careSeason ticket loans.Perk box discounts - High-street & gymGenerous pension schemeApply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone.Contact Tara Halliwell (Retained Consultant)Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0793 999 2563Email: tara.halliwell@williamjamesrecruitment.com
Job Title
Legal Personal Assistant