Junior Legal PA

Career Legal
London (Central), London (Greater)
Up to £28,000
05 Jan 2017
02 Feb 2017
CL/JLPABMAkw
PA
Legal
Permanent
Full Time

My client a world leading global law firm have openings for 3 Junior Legal PAs to join various departments at their stunning city office.  This position works under the supervision of a Senior Legal PA to provide support to a team of fee earners, working closely with and as part of a dedicated team of Legal PAs. The successful candidate will be expected to learn systems and processes quickly and demonstrate the necessary competencies to potentially move on to a Legal PA position.  

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT:

  • Types e-mails, letters, other correspondence and legal documents (often involving confidential material) whilst maintaining a high and consistent standard of work.
  • Answers the telephone in a professional manner, taking clear and concise messages.
  • Develops excellent administrative skills including, for example, how to establish and maintain an effective filing system to ensure the completeness and accuracy of client information.
  • Contributes to the PA team in maintaining a high level of service at all times.
  • Assists the team in ensuring that the working environment and facilities are kept safe, orderly and organised.
  • Diary Management for team of more junior fee earners.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

  • In addition to 6 months office experience we are looking for:
  • Good keyboard and software skills.
  • Flexible and proactive approach.
  • Administrative support experience and/or aptitude.
  • Experience in and/or aptitude for client service
  • Strong organisation skills, ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
  • Professional telephone manner.
  • Good attention to detail.

To apply, please click on the button and send your Cover Note/CV with your contact details to Kelly Whelan now!

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