City of Edinburgh

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Job Description

Legal Personal Assistant
Edinburgh

The Opportunity
We are recruiting a Legal PA to join the Corporate division of an established Edinburghlaw firm. The successful candidate will provide high-quality PA, secretarial and administrative support to fee earners in the Corporate Finance team, with occasional support to the wider division.

Key Responsibilities

  • Opening and closing client/matter files, including conflict checks and compliance with AML procedures.
  • Supporting monthly billing processes, preparing invoices and liaising with fee earners and finance teams.
  • Producing accurate correspondence, documents and presentations using Microsoft Office and document management systems.
  • Comprehensive diary and inbox management, arranging meetings, travel and events.
  • Assisting with team meetings, minute-taking and coordination of follow-up actions.
  • Handling client queries, calls and correspondence in a professional manner.
  • Maintaining contact information and supporting business development activities.
  • Providing occasional support across the wider PA group.

About You
  • Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Previous experience as a PA or Executive Assistant in a professional services environment.
  • Confident in managing multiple priorities and working to deadlines.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong document production skills.
  • Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
  • Legal sector experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities