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Date Added: Thu 02/01/2025

Legal PA- Commercial

Manchester, UK
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Company: DOUGLAS SCOTT LEGAL RECRUITMENT

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: Salary negotiable

Join a Leading Commercial Group as a PA in IP LitigationAre you an experienced PA with a knack for supporting high-performing legal teams? This role offers the chance to be an integral part of a top-ranking Commercial group, renowned for its professionalism and excellence in legal services.Why This Role Stands Out:- Inclusive Team Environment: Be part of a fun, supportive team where PAs are valued as key contributors.- Professional Growth: Gain exposure to high-stakes IP litigation and commercial law, with ample opportunities for training and development.- Client Interaction: Work closely with clients, enhancing your professional network and client management skills.- Dynamic Work: Engage in a variety of tasks, from diary management to preparing court bundles, ensuring no two days are the same.Key Responsibilities:- Diary Management: Proactively manage schedules, highlighting any clashes.- Litigation Support: Organise electronic litigation files and assist with court forms and CE-filing.- Billing: Handle billing processes, issue invoices, and address client queries.- Document Preparation: Draft emails, correspondence, and produce/amend documents.- Client Interaction: Liaise with clients via telephone and in person, fielding calls and dealing with enquiries.- Compliance: Undertake money laundering compliance, conflict checks, and client inception tasks.- Event Organisation: Plan and organise client and team events.- Financial Reporting: Use SAP to produce performance reports and monitor cash collection targets.Skills and Experience:- PA Experience: Previous experience in a similar legal role, ideally within IP/Commercial/litigation.- Technical Proficiency: Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with billing/time recording systems and e-filing is desirable, though training will be provided.- Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to correspondence and documentation.- Organisational Skills: Ability to effectively schedule tasks and manage urgent work within specified timescales.- Communication: Excellent communication skills and a friendly, helpful approach to dealing with queries.- Team Player: Ability to integrate within a team and work independently, providing seamless support.This role is perfect for a self-motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to a prestigious legal team. If this sounds like the next step in your career, consider joining this esteemed Commercial group and make a significant impact.
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