Legal PA

Posted 4 July by Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
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£28,000 - £34,000 per annum
Manchester , Lancashire
Permanent, full-time

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Posted by Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Elevate your career with a pivotal role in a dynamic Dispute Resolution & Litigation team. This position calls for a highly organised and proactive individual to provide comprehensive PA and secretarial services to Partners and Legal Advisors.

Benefits:
- Engage in a role that recognises and rewards proactive thinking and exceptional organisational skills.
- Thrive in an environment that values initiative and the ability to anticipate the needs of a high-performing team.
- Enjoy the satisfaction of managing complex diaries, ensuring seamless scheduling and the efficient coordination of meetings and travel.
- Contribute to business development by fostering and expanding client relationships.
- Experience the gratification of producing high-quality correspondence and documentation, reflecting your excellent presentation skills.
- Take pride in managing financial reports 
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative workplace that encourages personal growth and team integration.

Responsibilities:
- Manage diaries with foresight, addressing any scheduling conflicts.
- Coordinate meetings, travel, and accommodation with meticulous attention to detail.
- Assist in nurturing client relationships alongside the team.
- Prepare and draft correspondence for approval, complete dictations, and ensure the organisation of internal and external events.
- Oversee file management, including opening forms, conflict checks, compliance, archiving, and off-site storage.
- Handle financial data management, post scanning, expense claims, and invoice processing.
- Maintain up-to-date client contact details and ensure effective communication channels.

Skills and Experience:
- Previous experience as a Legal PA, with a preference for those with a background in litigation.
- Ability to manage upwards with patience and finesse.
- Self-motivated with the capability to deliver high-quality work independently.
- Proficient keyboard skills and familiarity with applications such as Word, Outlook, and digital dictation; PowerPoint and Excel proficiency advantageous.
- A meticulous eye for detail, ensuring quality in all tasks.
- Flexibility to adapt to change and resilience under pressure.
- Strong organisational skills to effectively manage workload and meet deadlines.
- A friendly and approachable demeanor, coupled with excellent communication skills and telephone manner.
- A commitment to proactive service delivery to both internal and external clients.

This role is not just a job; it is a chance to excel within a professional setting that values dedication and hard work with an exceptional leading national firm. In return is a competitive salary and great benefits. Please send your CV to for immediate consideration if you are an experienced legal PA looking for a new opportunity.

Reference: 53029115

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