Legal PA

1 week ago

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates CMS UK Full time
Job Description

Are you looking for a new opportunity within a global law firm that is significantly growing in size and global reach Would you like join this distinctive modern city powerhouse and be part of paving a fresh way of providing secretarial support

About Us

CMS is a Future Facing firm with more than 80 offices in over 45 countries and 5,800+ lawyers worldwide. We combine deep local market understanding with a global perspective. We are passionate about building strong relationships with our clients, our people, and the communities we work in.

We take a bold, dynamic, and agile approach to ensure our clients are able to face the future with confidence. We are driven by emerging technologies such as generative AI and readily embrace the possibilities it opens up for developing new and better ways of working. Our aim is to inspire, impact and support our clients and our people, helping them to maximize their potential and thrive.

About The Role

We have an opportunity for a Legal PA to join our operation in Dubai. You will be part of a small team providing a high-quality and efficient secretarial service to a number of Partners and fee earners working across several practice groups. Your focus will be on effectively managing your own workload, being proactive with the ability to work on your own initiative and contributing to a positive and collaborative team working environment.

Tasks include, but are not limited to;

- Understanding and meeting the expectations of your stakeholders, enabling them to be productive by taking responsibility and being pro-active in approach and providing support as necessary
- Diary management of Partners and fee-earners as required, using own initiative to arrange meetings and conference calls
- Checking of Partners and fee-earner e-mails as required in their absence; responding where able
- Booking video calls, meeting rooms and required refreshments, and lunch and dinner reservations
- Making travel arrangements as required and preparing itineraries
- Handling telephone enquiries in a professional and polite manner, taking accurate messages and following up on any agreed actions
- Production of short, less complex PowerPoint presentations as required
- Production of engrossed documents including the collation of any required annexures
- Proof-reading of all documents to ensure the delivery of work is of the highest quality
- Undertaking any general correspondence as may be required from time to time
- Processing Partners and fee-earners expenses in a timely manner
- Liaison with Business Development, Marketing, Events and Finance Teams with a view to supporting them on specific team-based tasks

About You

We will invest in your ongoing training and development to support your professional goals and help you to thrive in your role from day one.

You will have gained legal secretarial experience within another law firm demonstrating a proactive and enthusiastic approach. Be able to demonstrate good communication skills and be confident in building strong working relationships. You will have high levels of IT literacy, superb attention to detail and the ability to learn new systems quickly.

Whats in it for you

We want to reward you today and help you plan for tomorrow. We appreciate that everyone is different, therefore we have designed a benefits system that offers choice and flexibility based on individual needs and lifestyles. To name a few, these include:

- Competitive basic salary (reviewed annually)
- Flexible, hybrid working policy
- Generous bonus scheme
- Up to 25 days holiday (rising to 28 days with service)
- Holiday exchange scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced parental leave
- Reasonable adjustments and accommodation for disabled talent in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

If you would like to read more information regarding our range of benefits, please visit our Rewards & Benefits page on our website.

Equal opportunities

At CMS, we place diversity and inclusion at the centre of our culture and the heart of our organisation. As a firm we recognise, celebrate, and embrace the diverse talent our society has to offer because we know that to solve big problems, we need the best and brightest minds available to us. In support of this goal, we commit to actively breaking down barriers which stand in the way of those from diverse backgrounds and play our part in levelling the playing field.

As a Future Facing Firm, we strongly believe that a career in law should be open to people from all walks of life, because not only does diversity of thought and experience make our firm a stronger and more sustainable business, but it also makes it a more rewarding place to work.

When recruiting, we prioritise attracting talented people and we actively promote a flexible working environment which enables all our team members to thrive. If you see a role you are interested in, but dont feel you meet 100% of the criteria we encourage you to still consider making an application. We also welcome applications from those who may be looking to return to the workforce after a career break.

We are proud to say our leadership in creating an inclusive working culture has been celebrated and recognised externally, including being listed for a number of years in the Times Top 50 Employers for Women and the Social Mobility Index.

We are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, and we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, whether visible or invisible. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process and in every element of the employee life cycle. If you require assistance, or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements or adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please contact Becky Lowe at [Confidential Information] who will be happy to support you.

Ready to apply Here are the next steps.

We look forward to receiving your application online via the CMS careers site . Please contact our Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions.

Please note that we have a preferred agency panel in place. Only applications submitted via the portal at the point of instruction will be accepted.

  • Legal PA

    1 week ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates MENA Recruit Pty Ltd Full time

    Our client, an international law firm, is currently seeking a highly organized and experienced Legal Personal Assistant (PA) to join their corporate department in Dubai. As a Legal PA, you will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to their legal professionals, ensuring smooth operations and efficient workflow within the department....

  • Legal PA

    2 weeks ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates MENA Recruit Pty Ltd Full time

    Our client, an international law firm, is currently seeking a highly organized and experienced Legal Personal Assistant (PA) to join their corporate department in Dubai. As a Legal PA, you will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to their legal professionals, ensuring smooth operations and efficient workflow within the department....

  • Legal PA

    1 week ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates MENA Recruit Pty Ltd Full time

    Our client, an international law firm, is currently seeking a highly organized and experienced Legal Personal Assistant (PA) to join their corporate department in Dubai. As a Legal PA, you will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to their legal professionals, ensuring smooth operations and efficient workflow within the department....

  • Legal PA

    2 weeks ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Charterhouse Middle East Full time

    AED 23,000 - 25,000 Per MonthCharterhouse is working with a prestigious international Law Firm, who are currently seeking for an enthusiastic Legal PA to join their successful team.Based in Dubai, our client, an international law firm is looking for a pro-active Legal PA to provide exceptional billing and invoicing support alongside legal administrative...

  • Junior PA

    1 week ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Career Legal Full time

    Our client is a London-based law firm known for their distinctive approach, offering a tailored suite of legal services. They identify and develop talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering long-term careers with the goal of empowering them to shape and lead the firm in the future. They are now recruiting for a Junior PA to join their private...

  • Legal PA to Managing Partner

    2 weeks ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates MENA Recruit Pty Ltd Full time

    Our client, a leading international law firm, is currently wishing to recruit a Senior Legal PA to work directly for the Managing Partner, one Special Counsel, and one Senior Associate in corporate. There is scope for this person to be promoted to Office Manager in time, so it is essential we get someone senior for this position.Duties include (but are not...

  • Disputes Legal PA

    3 weeks ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates MENA Recruit Pty Ltd Full time

    We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Legal PA/Secretary to join a dynamic Disputes department in the Dubai office of a leading international law firm. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in legal support roles, particularly in Disputes, Litigation, or Arbitration, and be capable of handling a wide range of administrative and...

  • Legal PA

    1 week ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates MENA Recruit Pty Ltd Full time

    Our client, a leading international law firm, is currently wishing to recruit an experienced Legal PA to assist their Funds team.The firm has a young, vibrant, and dynamic environment. The remit is for someone with a positive can-do approach, enthusiasm, flexibility and strong attention to detail is a must. Excellent English skills both oral and written....

  • Legal PA

    33 minutes ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates MENA Recruit Pty Ltd Full time

    Our client, a leading international law firm, is currently wishing to recruit an experienced Legal PA to assist their Funds team.The firm has a young, vibrant, and dynamic environment. The remit is for someone with a positive can-do approach, enthusiasm, flexibility and strong attention to detail is a must. Excellent English skills both oral and written....

  • Legal PA

    2 weeks ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates CMS UK Full time

    Are you looking for a new opportunity within a global law firm that is significantly growing in size and global reach? Would you like to join this distinctive modern city powerhouse and be part of paving a fresh way of providing secretarial support?About UsCMS is a Future Facing firm with more than 80 offices in over 45 countries and 5,800+ lawyers...

  • Legal PA

    1 week ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates CMS UK Full time

    Are you looking for a new opportunity within a global law firm that is significantly growing in size and global reach? Would you like to join this distinctive modern city powerhouse and be part of paving a fresh way of providing secretarial support?About Us CMS is a Future Facing firm with more than 80 offices in over 45 countries and 5,800+ lawyers...

  • Legal PA

    4 days ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates CMS UK Full time

    Are you looking for a new opportunity within a global law firm that is significantly growing in size and global reach? Would you like to join this distinctive modern city powerhouse and be part of paving a fresh way of providing secretarial support?About UsCMS is a Future Facing firm with more than 80 offices in over 45 countries and 5,800+ lawyers...

  • Experienced Legal Support Professional

    19 hours ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Barratt Galvin Full time

    About the Role:Barratt Galvin seeks a highly skilled Bilingual Legal PA to join their team in Dubai, supporting a Partner and team in the Banking & Finance practice.This role involves managing emails, communicating with clients, drafting documents, and other key responsibilities.Responsibilities and Expectations:Provide administrative support to the Partner...

  • Bilingual Legal Secretary

    2 weeks ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Barratt Galvin Full time

    The Opportunity:We are pleased to be representing a market-leader in international law as they seek to hire an experienced Bilingual Legal PA in Dubai.This position will support a Partner plus team in the Banking & Finance practice with a focus on project finance and Islamic finance.In this role your day to day responsibilities will include:Extensive email,...

  • Bilingual Office Manager with a Legal Focus

    19 hours ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Barratt Galvin Full time

    Job Description:We are pleased to represent Barratt Galvin, a leading international law firm, as they seek an experienced Bilingual Legal PA in Dubai.About the Position:This role involves providing administrative support to a Partner and team in the Banking & Finance practice, focusing on project finance and Islamic finance.Key Responsibilities:Email, diary,...

  • Corporate Legal Support Officer

    5 days ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates MENA Recruit Pty Ltd Full time

    Our client, an international law firm in Dubai, seeks a skilled Legal Personal Assistant (PA) to join their corporate department. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience providing administrative and secretarial support to legal professionals. Responsibilities include managing calendars, scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings and travel,...

  • Legal Secretary

    3 days ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Elevon Core Full time

    Job Summary The candidate for this position will be successful if they are able to execute a variety of secretarial duties of a confidential nature. These tasks will include working with attorneys, paralegals, and other members of the firm with a series of administrative functions. Therefore, the candidate will need effective time management and...

  • Legal Counsel

    2 weeks ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates talabat Full time

    Provides a full range of legal advice and services. Responsibilities are within the Legal Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines.Commercial and Corporate Legal Affairs :Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and documents related to the Company's business activities (services, suppliers, branding / marketing, leasing, vendors,...

  • Legal Counsel

    1 week ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates talabat Full time

    Provides a full range of legal advice and services. Responsibilities are within the Legal Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines. Commercial and Corporate Legal Affairs : Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and documents related to the Company's business activities (services, suppliers, branding / marketing, leasing, vendors,...

  • Legal Counsel

    6 days ago

    Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Delivery Hero Full time

    Provides a full range of legal advice and services. Responsibilities are within the Legal Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines.Commercial and Corporate Legal Affairs:1. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and documents related to the Company's business activities (services, suppliers, branding/marketing, leasing, vendors,...