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SalaryJob Title: Personal Assistant - Legal
Location: Oxford, UK
About the Office : We are currently seeking a motivated and organized Personal Assistant for a dynamic law firm in Oxford. This office comprises 22 legal professionals, including 5 partners, specialising in charities & social enterprises, private client services, major retail client support, and ecclesiastical legal advice.
Role Overview: As a Personal Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive support to the legal professionals in the Oxford office. This is a full-time position (35 hours per week) that offers a unique blend of legal and office-based responsibilities. From legal administration duties to welcoming clients and assisting with marketing initiatives, this role will expose you to a diverse range of tasks and clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Undertake all typing and word processing requirements, ensuring a high standard.
- Arrange meetings, lunches, and manage diaries for the legal team.
- Liaise with clients, book meeting rooms, and ensure efficient communication.
- Manage telephone calls, ensuring quick and accurate message relay.
- Maintain orderly and up-to-date file systems, ensuring compliance.
- Assist in billing processes, including preparing bills, narratives, and accounts data.
- Update the client/business development database and monthly marketing activities.
Candidate Requirements:
- Previous PA/Secretarial experience in a law firm is essential.
- Exceptional organisational skills with keen attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent IT skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proactive mindset with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
If you are a highly organised individual with a passion for client care and legal support, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. For more information please call James in the office.
