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Legal PA

Job Posted: 8 hours ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 33,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Anderson Knight is delighted to be partnering with a leading legal firm in Edinburgh to recruit an experienced Legal PA. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and organised professional to provide high-level support within a dynamic and fast-paced legal environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations, supporting a team of lawyers across a broad range of administrative and client-focused tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

  * Provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to a team of lawyers, including diary management, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements.

  * Draft, proofread, and format a variety of legal documents, correspondence, and reports to a high professional standard.

  * Maintain and organise case files, ensuring that all documentation is accurate, up to date, and easily accessible.

  * Coordinate client communications, managing incoming inquiries and ensuring prompt and professional responses.

  * Assist with billing processes, including the preparation of invoices and tracking of expenses.

  * Manage general office administration tasks such as handling calls, processing mail, and maintaining electronic and paper filing systems.

  * Support the preparation and organisation of meetings, hearings, and legal conferences, including logistics and documentation.

  * Ensure compliance with all legal procedures, firm policies, and confidentiality standards.

Skills & Experience Required:

  * Proven experience as a Legal PA or Legal Secretary within a law firm or legal department.

  * Strong understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and document formats.

  * Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

  * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable using legal case management systems.

  * Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

  * Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a professional team environment.

  * Demonstrates a high level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Desirable:

  * Previous experience supporting a team within a commercial law or corporate legal environment.

  * Experience in PA or Executive Assistant roles within professional services settings.

This position offers a hybrid working model, providing an excellent work-life balance and the opportunity to work with one of Edinburgh’s most respected legal firms. If you are an experienced Legal PA seeking your next career move and enjoy working in a supportive, professional, and forward-thinking environment, we would love to hear from you.

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