French Speaking Legal Secretary

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established international law firm is on the lookout for a French-speaking Legal Secretary/PA to provide essential support to a team of partners. This role offers a variety of tasks, from managing correspondence and preparing reports to handling legal documents and transcribing dictation. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of experience in a similar role and possess exceptional communication skills. Join a friendly team where your bilingual abilities will shine, and contribute to diverse and engaging work in a dynamic legal environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a secretary/legal PA in a law firm or similar.
• Fluency in both French and English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Dealing with correspondence and managing diaries.
• Handling legal documentation and assisting with presentations.

Skills

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Exceptional communication skills

Client management skills

Job description

Leading international law firm is seeking a French-speaking Legal Secretary / PA to provide PA, secretarial, and administrative support to a small team of partners. Fluency in both French and English and prior experience as a secretary / PA are essential.

This role involves a variety of duties, including:

1. Dealing with correspondence
2. Preparing expense reports
3. Managing diaries and calendars
4. Handling legal documentation and correspondence
5. Assisting with presentations
6. Transcribing digital dictation
7. Entering fee earners’ timesheets
8. Managing telephone calls and delegating inquiries
9. Opening and closing files

Applicants must have at least 2 years of experience as a secretary / legal PA in a leading law firm or similar environment, with fluency in both French and English. Exceptional communication and client skills are also required.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a bilingual legal secretary to join a top firm and support a friendly team with diverse and interesting work.