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Job description / Role
Our Client, An international law firm based in Dubai, is now looking to appoint a Legal Secretary for their Corporate team.
The role will comprise of the following duties:
- Undertake work assigned by the relevant fee earner and assist other colleagues, including from other departments, when able to do so.
- Maintaining the document storage and retrieval system and other records on a regular basis.
- Produce correspondence and documents in English and Arabic by audio and copy typing within required deadlines and in correct house style.
- Typing, formatting and proof-reading Arabic documentation.
- Translating legal documentation in the English and Arabic languages, as assigned by the Supervising Partner.
- Management of the monthly billing process, including liaison with external clients regarding credit control.
- Accurately translate legal documents from English to Arabic (and vice versa).
- Answer telephone queries and take messages, making sure messages are passed to relevant colleagues in a timely fashion.
Requirements
- A proactive self-starter with a mature attitude towards work;
- Excellent and accurate typing and document skills in Arabic and English - essential;
- Excellent IT knowledge (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
- Previous experience in a leading law firm - preferred;
- Excellent accuracy and attention to detail;
- Strong organisation and time management skills;
- Strong communication in both English and Arabic and inter-personal skills;
- Ability to use initiative and take responsibility;
- Confident and trustworthy;
- Able to work as an active team member;
About the Company
Eximius was founded by Nick Stevens and Ed Stevens in 2008 to supply expert talent to the energy, legal and financial services sectors. Our approach has allowed us to enjoy superior market performance, averaging 40% CAGR in our profitability since inception.
Today we support an enviable client list across the globe. We operate from our offices in the UK, the UAE and Hong Kong, enabling global mobilisation for our clients and candidates.