Elite Legal PA: Hybrid, Global Firm Growth

A&O Shearman; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Meal vouchers

Phone & IT equipment

Comprehensive insurance

Learning & language training

Job summary

A&O Shearman seeks a proactive Legal Personal Assistant to support a group of lawyers in Litigation & Investigations or M&A. You will manage matter lifecycle, documentation, and client communications with confidentiality and precision.

You will coordinate complex calendars, travel, meetings, and events, and assist with expenses, time recording, and billing. The role emphasizes professional conduct and data protection in a fast-paced, international team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a PA or legal support in a fast-paced environment.
• Degree in Office Management, Languages or Business Administration.
• Proficiency in English with strong French or Dutch; other national language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive, high-quality support to a group of lawyers in Litigation & Investigations or M&A.
• Manage matter lifecycle, onboarding, and billing preparation.
• Coordinate calendars, travel, meetings, and events; handle expenses and time recording.

Skills

PA experience

Legal support

Calendar management

MS Office 365

Education

Degree in Office Management or related

Languages (English + French/Dutch)

Tools

MS Office 365

AI tools awareness

Job description

A&O Shearman seeks a proactive Legal Personal Assistant to support a group of lawyers in Litigation & Investigations or M&A. You will manage matter lifecycle, documentation, and client communications with confidentiality and precision.

You will coordinate complex calendars, travel, meetings, and events, and assist with expenses, time recording, and billing. The role emphasizes professional conduct and data protection in a fast-paced, international team.