Executive Legal Secretary – Abu Dhabi (Billing & Diary)

Baker McKenzie; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker McKenzie in Abu Dhabi seeks a proactive Legal Secretary to support Partners, Senior Associates and equivalents with efficient administrative services.

You will coordinate meetings, manage diaries, handle client intake (AML), assist with billing, and ensure smooth document production and filing using iManage.

This role requires bilingual abilities (Arabic/English) and strong software skills across Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal sector or professional services environment.
• Proficiency in standard software packages (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Teams).
• Strong diary/calendar management and excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate meetings, events and travel arrangements.
• Client intake administration including AML and engagement letters.
• Provide billing support to attorneys.
• Manage in-box and filing (iManage and hard copy).
• Support client activities and liaise with clients and assistants.
• Build relationships with Center Services and other Baker McKenzie secretaries.

Skills

Legal sector experience

Diary/calendar management

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Arabic/English bilingual

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Access

Teams

Job description

Baker McKenzie in Abu Dhabi seeks a proactive Legal Secretary to support Partners, Senior Associates and equivalents with efficient administrative services.

You will coordinate meetings, manage diaries, handle client intake (AML), assist with billing, and ensure smooth document production and filing using iManage.

This role requires bilingual abilities (Arabic/English) and strong software skills across Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.