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Legal PA - Real Estate

Job Posted: 16 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 33,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester

Expire in: 11 days

Job Description

We are recruiting for an experienced Legal PA to join a high-performing Real Estate & Disputes team in Manchester. This is a busy, deadline-driven environment supporting senior stakeholders, including a Partner, Directors, Managing Associates and Associates.

This role is replacing a long-standing team member and sits within one of the busiest teams in the firm, alongside a wider PA team of 13.

Location: Manchester
 Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 (no flexibility)
 Working Pattern: Full-time | Office-based initially, then 3 days office / 2 days WFH

The Role

You will provide proactive, high-level PA support to up to 7 fee earners, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations and contributing to the team's overall performance.

Key Responsibilities

Managing complex diaries, meetings and travel arrangements with a proactive approach
Supporting billing processes, financial reporting, WIP and matter balances
Liaising with Finance teams to support fee earner performance and working capital
Assisting with business development activity including events, CRM updates, bids and tenders
Preparing and updating CVs, credentials and client-facing documents
Managing end-to-end matter processes including engagement letters and onboarding
Handling conflict checks and Client Due Diligence processes
Ensuring files are maintained, billed, closed and archived correctly
Coordinating meetings, preparing packs and managing logistics
Delegating document tasks to Document Production teams where appropriate
Maintaining compliance with firmwide risk and regulatory procedures

About You

Minimum 5 years' Legal PA experience (any legal sector considered)
Proven experience supporting multiple fee earners in a fast-paced environment
Strong billing experience is essential
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Proactive, adaptable and able to manage competing deadlines
A team player with a collaborative approach and strong client service focus

What's on Offer

Join one of the firm's busiest and most dynamic teams
Work closely with senior stakeholders
Hybrid working after initial training period
Supportive team environment with a strong PA networkHuntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. 

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK

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