Job Description

My client, a highly regarded International law firm, is looking for a Litigation Legal Secretary to work for a newly recruited high flying Litigation Partner and his team within the stunning City office. With your solid Disputes and Arbitration experience, you will support the team in a variety of interesting, and very complex, cross border cases, often involving the governments of different countries. You will act as first port of call for the team, taking all client calls and either taking or giving detailed messages. You will also manage the e-mail inboxes for your team (Partner plus 4 Associates), drafting replies where necessary, and manage all five diaries. There is plenty of travel (national and International) so there will be some intricate, and frequently changing, travel plans to navigate as well as a seemingly constant stream of meetings/breakfasts/lunches/dinners. You will also handle all manner of legal documents and correspondence as well as plenty of ad hoc administration. So\xe2\x80\xa6 To Summarise\xe2\x80\xa6 Interesting cases, interesting clients, lots of variety in your role, a cutting edge law firm and a team of Lawyers who \xe2\x80\x9cbill a very large number of hours but are always surprisingly relaxed about it allResponsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal teams
- Prepare and draft legal documents, such as contracts, briefs, and pleadings
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases
- Maintain and organize legal files and documents
- Schedule appointments, meetings, and court hearings
- Assist with case management and trial preparation
- Communicate with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal proceedings
- Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence
- Perform general office tasks, such as answering phones and managing emails Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role
- Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize work
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Attention to detail and accuracy in work
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
- Customer service-oriented mindset Skills:
- Administrative skills: Ability to handle administrative tasks efficiently, including scheduling, document management, and correspondence.
- Customer service skills: Ability to interact professionally with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal proceedings.
- Organizational skills: Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and maintain accurate records.
- Analytical skills: Proficiency in conducting legal research and analyzing information for cases. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: \xc2\xa330,000.00-\xc2\xa345,000.00 per year Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Referral programme
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Experience:

• Legal Secretary: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Cardiff, CF10 2GG (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cardiff, CF10 2GG: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cardiff, CF10 2GG