Trowers & Hamlins is a City-led, international and national law firm with over 180 partners and 1000 staff. With offices across the UK, Middle East and Far East, our global footprint is further enhanced by our strategic partnership with Interlaw, which facilitates our management of multi-jurisdictional matters. We have leading practices in Corporate, Litigation, Tax, Banking and Finance, Real Estate, and Private Wealth.
We've always been proud of our natural commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion and value the variety of our partnership. We believe it is our people that make us unique. Our strategic direction is shaped by a desire to grow our business in a responsible and sustainable way, guided by the principles of ESG.
You will be responsible for managing diaries, setting up and attending team meetings, arranging travel, coordinating complex bills on a monthly basis, and chasing up unpaid bills as required. As a PA, you will:
* Manage diaries, keeping them up to date and reminding fee earners of meetings on a daily basis
* Arrange for files to be opened and closed, supervise general filing requirements, and record keeping
* Become an active part in the care of clients and be wholly familiar with contacts/clients
* Deal with basic client queries and general administration
* Type urgent/short/confidential correspondence and emails
* Assist fee earners in the billing and credit control process
* Assist other departments by providing any required support to meet business needs
For this role you will need to:
* Have an accurate typing speed of at least 60 wpm
* Have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
* Be able to remain calm under pressure and work to tight deadlines
* Be able to quickly build confidence, respect, and trust with others
* Have an excellent telephone manner
But it is not all about experience and qualifications; we are also looking for someone who:
* Has a positive approach to daily tasks and a solution-focused working method
* Is conscientious, approachable, and enthusiastic
* Has excellent attention to detail
* Has excellent communication, organisational, and team skills
Our benefits include an annual bonus scheme, GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva, and Private Medical Insurance (currently with Vitality Health) after 6 months of employment, which includes discounted gym memberships, free cinema tickets, health assessments, and much more.
Trowers & Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, diversity, and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit, and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role will be treated equally irrespective of ethnicity, gender (including trans and non-binary), race, disability, religion, and sexual orientation.
If you require any further information on any of our vacancies or would like to discuss any adjustments or additional support that you might need either during the recruitment process or after the offer stage, please feel free to contact our recruitment team at recruit@trowers.com.
As part of our recruitment policy, candidates are subject to employment screening background checks, including personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications, and credit and criminal checks as appropriate.
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