Full job descriptionBanking Legal PA (12-Month FTC)
An exciting opportunity to support an allocation of lawyers, 1 Partner and 5 Associates, at a top global law firm on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract. We’re looking for an experienced Banking Legal PA who is confident using a range of systems and technology, enjoys working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and is keen to be part of a dynamic team where things are always evolving.
What’s On Offer:
*Competitive salary
*12-month fixed-term contract
*09:30-17:30 working hours
*Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)
*On-site canteen, gym and stunning offices
Banking Legal PA – What You’ll Be Doing:
*Build an understanding of the nature of the fee earners work, get to know their clients and build relationships with them
*Take ownership of enquiries, resolving or escalating (or identifying alternative contacts) as appropriate
*Produce long, complex and accurate house-style documents, manuscript amends, audio dictation and document comparisons
*Support client billing process (3E), prepare and produce bills
*Extensive diary management and organise travel (including flights, accommodation and restaurants) and providing the fee earners with detailed itineraries
*Accurate and regular maintenance of filing systems, e-filing and archiving and retrieval of files from storage and opening new matter files
Banking Legal PA – What We’re Looking For:
*Previous Legal PA experience gained within a law firm is essential
*Extensive billing experience (3E preferred) in a high-volume, client-specific billing environment
*Fast, accurate typing with strong document production skills
*Advanced knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
*Experience of using BigHand or other similar workflow management tools