Legal PA

Overview

Job Title: Legal PA

Location: Manchester

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Working Hours: 9-5:30pm

3/2 Split after Probation

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal PA to join a well-established and highly regarded law firm based in Manchester. This role is ideal for a proactive and highly organised Legal PA who enjoys supporting fee earners in a fast-paced professional environment while delivering a high standard of client service.

You will provide comprehensive PA and administrative support to fee earners, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of matters and maintaining excellent organisational standards.

• Managing fee earners’ diaries and task lists using a computerised diary and task management system to ensure deadlines, appointments and key dates are met
• Producing accurate and timely documents using digital dictation and case management systems
• Creating new clients, matters and contacts on the case management system in line with internal procedures
• Drafting, amending and finalising documents in line with house style, including advanced formatting, tables of contents, tracked changes and comparison documents
• Maintaining the case management database, ensuring all data is accurate and compliant with data protection requirements
• Proof-reading all work before submission
• Preparing correspondence and documentation ready for signature and dispatch
• Attending team meetings and preparing minutes as required
• Handling professional communication with clients, internal stakeholders and external contacts
• Booking meetings, arranging travel and accommodation, and managing logistics as required
• Managing file administration including file opening and closing, billing support and archiving
• Filing and document management, primarily electronic
• Ensuring compliance with all internal procedures, regulatory requirements and relevant legislation
• Working collaboratively with other Legal PAs and administrative staff to ensure work is delivered in a timely manner

• Previous experience working as a Legal PA or Legal Secretary
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• A proactive, team-focused approach
• Experience using legal case management systems (Partner for Windows or similar preferred)
• Advanced Microsoft Word skills, including tracked changes, outline/multilevel numbering and tables
• Audio typing experience or qualification
• Professional appearance and manner
• Strong communication skills and a client-focused approach

• Experience or knowledge of database systems
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience using Power Point

• A supportive and professional working environment
• High-quality work within a well-structured team
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Long-term stability and progression opportunities

If you are interested in applying please contact Millie Ebbrell @ Simpson Judge Legal today.