Legal Secretary – Litigation

Job description / Role

A leading international law firm with offices located in major financial centers around the world, is currently seeking a PA for the Litigation team. The organization has helped shape the globalization of the legal profession for decades and their worldwide practice has a proven track record for innovation and providing work of the highest quality, to meet the needs of domestic and international clients.

The team rely heavily on their Legal Secretaries for support with printing, scanning and considerable document production, however the role also encompasses Executive Support work. It supports the Litigation Partner and the team and the role can become very challenging, especially during a hearing and the successful applicant must be prepared to roll their sleeves up and pitch in. This role would suit a team orientated individual, with a relatively young legal career, who is willing to work hard and progress within the business.

Requirements

Additional duties involve diary management, organising national and international travel arrangements as well as general administration duties. Friendly work environment and a wonderful opportunity to work with dynamic professionals awaits the right candidate.

Applications are invited from those with a strong attention to detail, especially when under pressure. Must have a good understanding of standard legal procedures, possess integrity and confidentiality and have good IT skills. Audio typing/copy typing skills of over 75 wpm are required, coupled with the ability to think on one’s feet.

About the Company

Irwin & Dow was established in 2013 to provide clients with a unique and highly personalised recruitment service, providing the very top calibre of candidates across the business support and secretarial function.

We provide a refreshing approach, working in close partnership with clients and candidates across diverse industry sectors; large MNC’s, government & semi -government entities, SME’s, local businesses and in the start-up and UHNWI support framework.

Great people equal great success: all our candidates are interviewed personally by a member of the team, and we develop longstanding and in-depth relationships with our clients, understanding their corporate culture and goals to ensure a successful outcome for both parties.

Our values of discretion and diplomacy are paramount, and we are pleased to be a partner of choice for clients and candidates.