Legal Personal Assistant – Global Law Firm

About the role

This position supports Partners and senior fee earners at a leading international law firm in Dubai. The role involves comprehensive administrative and secretarial duties within a fast‑paced legal environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide PA and secretarial support to Partners, managing complex diaries, appointments and international travel.
• Prepare, format, proofread and amend legal documents, correspondence and presentations.
• Coordinate client meetings, conference calls and internal appointments.
• Assist with billing processes, invoice preparation, WIP monitoring and liaison with Finance.
• Handle expense claims, timesheets and maintain accurate client and matter records in practice management systems.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Legal PA or Legal Secretary in an international law firm.
• Proven ability to support Partners and senior fee earners in a demanding environment.
• Excellent diary management, organisational and multitasking skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with legal billing, time recording and practice management systems.