Are you a recent graduate of a business administration certificate/diploma or similar, a High School graduate or early in your career and interested in a role as a Legal Assistant? We have an exciting opportunity for 3 Junior Legal Assistants to join our 12-month training program. This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career in a dynamic legal environment while gaining valuable skills and experience in a top tier law firm.
Our training program provides our Junior Legal Assistants with the opportunity to shadow and learn directly from our experienced Practice Assistants. You will have the opportunity to rotate through different practice groups where you will be allocated with your own Coach and Buddy who will help you on your journey through the program. At the end of the 12 month training program, you may have the opportunity to apply for a permanent position in one of our practice teams.
About you
We are seeking enthusiastic candidates to provide administrative and operational support across a range of tasks in our office. You will bring initiative, a proactive mindset, be reliable, self-motivated and passionate about supporting a busy legal team.
You will have or be willing to learn:
An interest in working as part of a team
Ability to manage competing priorities
Experience with Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to analyse, problem solve and apply appropriate use of judgment
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, choosing an appropriate style for their audience
Well-developed people skills
Confidence and ability to use initiative appropriately
Effective planning and organisational skills
Reliability
Your role
You will be part of our Practice Assistant team to provide administrative and operational assistance across a range of tasks in our office.
Our dedicated coaches and Senior Practice Assistants will provide the guidance and support you need to thrive in the team. As part of our training program, you will be involved in a variety of tasks with our Senior Practice Assistants, including:
Deliver exceptional client service to both external and internal clients.
Provide administrative support, including generating reports, managing expenses, and assisting with document amendments and management (printing, filing, archiving).
Support our client relationship management software by recording business development activities and maintaining accurate contact records.
Proactively manage the billing process, including entering time and preparing bills in a timely manner.
Assist with client pitches and coordinate client events.
Open files promptly, conduct conflict searches, and obtain necessary approvals.
Support matter financials by creating and amending billing narratives and drafting/finalizing bills.
What we offer
Comprehensive training and mentorship in a supportive environment.
Opportunities to develop essential skills for a successful career in legal administration.
A chance to work alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic corporate setting.
Your development
As part of the team, you will have the opportunity to participate in various learning programs that develops you professionally and personally. During each rotation you will work closely with a coach who will provide on the job training and guidance to help you become the best you can be.
Who are we?
A firm born in Asia, underpinned by world class capability.
With over 3000 lawyers in 26 global locations, we help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability complemented with an international platform.
Why work with us?
We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge,
driving innovative solutions for our clients
and creating
positive social impact
.
We live by our
Principles
, and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.
As part of the community you'll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives,
benefits
, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.
We'll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead.
Tipo de oferta: Part-time
Pagamento: 2 500,00€ ,00€ por mês
Horas esperadas: 25 por semana
Benefícios:
* Horário flexível