Legal PA – Commercial IP Group (Maternity Cover 12-month FTC)

Job title:

Legal PA – Commercial IP Group (Maternity Cover 12-month FTC)

Company

Fieldfisher

Job description

Join Fieldfisher’s renowned Commercial IP Group, a dynamic team that delivers exceptional legal advice and representation across intellectual property law. Our team comprises industry-leading professionals who are dedicated to innovative client solutions and fostering a collaborative environment.As a Legal PA, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our Solicitors and Partners, including the Head of Data, ensuring the seamless operation of our legal practice.Key Responsibilities:

• Administrative Support:

• Provide comprehensive PA support to partners and fee earners within the Commercial IP Group.
• Manage diaries, arrange meetings, and coordinate travel itineraries with precision and discretion.
• Prepare and format documents, correspondence, and presentations to a high standard.
• Client Onboarding & Relationship Management:

• Facilitate client onboarding processes, ensuring all documentation meets compliance standards.
• Maintain and update client records, nurturing positive and professional client relationships.
• Billing & Financial Management:

• Assist with billing processes, prepare billing guides, and process invoices promptly.
• Monitor and manage matter-related financials, ensuring timely resolution of financial queries.
• Business Development Support:

• Assist in the development and execution of business development initiatives.
• Prepare and coordinate marketing materials, credentials, and pitch documents.
• Support the organisation and planning of client events and seminars.
• Document & File Management:

• Maintain electronic filing systems, ensuring documents and correspondence are filed accurately.
• Provide support in the management of legal files and case documentation.
• General Office Support:

• Act as a point of contact for client queries and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide ad-hoc administrative support to the team as required.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience as a Legal PA, ideally within a Commercial IP or related legal setting.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a meticulous eye for detail.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.
• A proactive and flexible approach to work, with a commitment to providing first-class administrative support.
• Experience in billing processes and financial administration within a legal environment.
• Prior experience supporting business development initiatives is desirable.

What We Offer:

• Inclusive & Supportive Environment: A firm that embraces diversity with benefits designed for everyone.
• Competitive Benefits Package: Includes private health insurance, well-being support, life assurance, income protection, flexi-gym discounts, and more.
• Modern Office Space: Based in the thriving City of London, which has something for everyone. Offering excellent commuter links based a 5-minute walk away from Monument and Bank tube stations.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a diverse team with opportunities for hybrid working and hot-desking.
• Social & Community Engagement: Participate in clubs, networks, inclusive events, and more.

Inclusiveness and DiversityAt Fieldfisher, led by the social model of disability, we are working towards removing accessibility barriers and maximising disability and neurodiversity inclusion in our recruitment processes.Should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact a member of Fieldfisher’s Recruitment Team who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process.For accessibility information on our London offices, please visit our website:How to Apply:

• Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV and begin your application.
• Note: We recruit on a rolling basis until the role is filled.

Recruitment process:

• 20–30-minute introductory call with one of our experienced recruiters.
• The interview process varies depending on the role you apply for. However, your recruitment contact will always let you know what to expect from the process, so nothing should come as a surprise.
• For hybrid opportunities, candidates will be invited to visit our offices and meet the team face-to-face.
• Our average process takes around 2-3 weeks, but we will always work around your availability. You will have the chance to speak to our recruitment team at various points during your process, but if you do have any specific questions before this please contact us at

.Please note that we recruit on a rolling basis, meaning that your application will most likely be reviewed before the application deadline. We will continue to accept applications until we have successfully filled the role.Fieldfisher is a European law firm with market-leading practices in many of the world’s most dynamic sectors. We are an exciting, forward-thinking organisation with a particular focus on technology, financial services, energy & natural resources, and life sciences.We are a law firm built around people with all their diversity and we strike a healthy balance between legal excellence and a down-to-earth practical approach to our clients’ needs. We believe The Future is Human, so we choose a collaborative approach with an intense focus on the end-user and consider carefully how to shape our services to add the most value to our clients.

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:10:45 GMT

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