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Legal Team PA

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
    People, HR & Administration
  • Bristol

AI generated summary

  • You should have prior PA or Secretary experience, strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and be a team player with leadership qualities.
  • You will manage schedules, document production, client events, expenses, billing, travel arrangements, and serve as a liaison between clients and the legal team.

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a PA or Secretary position
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
  • Good attention to detail
  • A great team player with leadership qualities

Responsibilities

  • Planning & Organisation: Liaise with lawyers to prioritise workload, monitor diaries, and ensure all necessary paperwork and information are prepared for meetings.
  • Document & File Management: Manage the production, consistency, and accuracy of documents, oversee audio typing, and maintain client files.
  • Business Development Support: Organise client events, conduct research on clients and new business opportunities, and assist with follow-ups and preparation of business development materials.
  • Billing: Manage lawyers' expenses, assist with the billing process, and liaise with the Revenue Control team regarding outstanding bills.
  • Travel: Support lawyers with diary management, travel bookings, and preparation of travel itineraries.
  • Client Service: Act as the key liaison point between clients and the department, manage administrative tasks, and ensure effective mailbox management and communication.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of a Legal Team PA at Burges Salmon?

The main responsibility of a Legal Team PA at Burges Salmon is to provide full PA support to lawyers, manage their workload, oversee document management, assist with business development, handle billing processes, and ensure excellent client service.

What qualifications or experience is required for this position?

The position requires previous experience in a PA or Secretary role, excellent communication and organisational skills, good attention to detail, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn, and the ability to work well as part of a team.

What tools and systems should I be familiar with for this role?

While knowledge of specific legal systems like iManage and Aderant is not essential, a confident working knowledge of Microsoft Office is required.

What kind of support will new employees receive?

New employees will receive a thorough induction and excellent training on Burges Salmon's in-house legal systems.

Are there opportunities for professional development at Burges Salmon?

Yes, Burges Salmon supports both professional and personal development for its employees.

Is there a possibility for flexible working arrangements?

Yes, Burges Salmon is open to discussing flexible working options, including full-time or part-time working patterns.

What benefits does Burges Salmon offer to its employees?

Burges Salmon offers a competitive salary, private medical insurance, pension and life assurance, 25 days of annual leave, 2 paid days for volunteering, cycle to work schemes, and a firm-wide bonus scheme, among other benefits.

How does Burges Salmon support diversity and inclusion?

Burges Salmon is committed to representing the diverse community in which it operates and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. It provides a fully accessible recruitment process and offers interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job.

What is the work environment like at Burges Salmon?

Burges Salmon promotes a collaborative and friendly environment, respecting and recognizing every individual for their contributions, with a focus on high-quality work and a strong sense of community.

Who can I contact for more information about this job position?

You can contact Katarina Athanasakos, the Resourcing Co-ordinator, at Katarina.athanasakos@burges-salmon.com or call on 0117 307 6517 for further inquiries.

We are an ambitious, sustainable and inclusive firm that ensures its clients, people and wider communities flourish.

Law
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1841
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Burges Salmon is the independent UK law firm which delivers the best mix of advice, service and value. Our clients range from the largest private and public sector organisations and institutions, to entrepreneurial businesses and wealthy individuals and families. Working from our offices in Bristol, London and Edinburgh, we have built a progressive service culture based on collaboration and teamwork that is shaped around the needs of our clients to deliver a fantastic service and experience. Operating in selected markets where our knowledge, experience and skills deliver highly effective solutions to our clients’ complex needs, we aim aims to be a leader not a follower in these markets. Burges Salmon works for clients in all three UK jurisdictions and across the globe, through an international network of leading independent law firms – our preferred firms. Our objective is to provide clients with excellent service and advice, working with these preferred firms around the world to meet clients’ international needs, where relevant. The firm’s international experience spans all major sector and practice areas and primarily focuses on supporting its international clients around the world and overseas clients with their investment activities into the UK.