Personal Assistant supporting Partners and Fee Earners in a leading legal services organisation. Managing diaries, communications, and client interactions.
Responsibilities
Provide high-level support to Partners and Fee Earners
Ensure the effective and economic use of their time
Full diary and inbox management
Arrange and administer meetings (including agenda preparation and minute taking)
Draft correspondence and manage communications
Act as a key liaison point for clients and internal stakeholders
Coordinate travel and accommodation
Process expenses
Open new client matters
Support onboarding and offboarding within the practice area
Produce presentations, executive summaries and light research
Follow up on actions
Take ownership of non-chargeable work to allow fee earners to maximise their billable time
Requirements
Experience in a Personal Assistant or senior administrative support role
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Excellent communication skills with confidence supporting senior stakeholders
Demonstrable experience of producing accurate, high-quality meeting minutes
High attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Experience supporting Partners or Fee Earners within legal or professional services (Desirable)
Experience using digital dictation systems (Desirable)
Familiarity with matter opening or case management systems (Desirable)
Experience arranging travel and processing expenses (Desirable)
Experience supporting events or client hospitality (Desirable)
Benefits
We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.
We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed.
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