Legal Secretary with Private Client Focus

3 days ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom G2 Legal Limited Full time
Job Description

The main purpose of this role is to assist 3 Senior Partners and a Trainee in delivering exceptional support to the team. This will involve:

  • Handling client/matter opening and closing, including conflict checks, liaising with Finance/AML and creating engagement letters
  • Managing diaries, checking weekly/monthly commitments, booking rooms, catering, IT support and communicating with attendees
  • Oversseeing email accounts, including partner inboxes and those of absent fee earners; managing email storage and filing
  • Attending team meetings, managing attendance, room setup and technology, taking notes and ensuring task completion

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, have excellent communication skills and be able to work effectively in a team environment.



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