Legal Executive Assistant -Remote

Sterlington; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Birmingham is seeking a Legal Executive Assistant to provide senior-level administrative support to partners and manage scheduling and communications. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of law firm experience, is fluent in English, and has strong MS Office skills. This role offers the flexibility of remote work while supporting complex business matters.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of senior administrative support experience in a Law Firm.
• Experience working remotely.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-class service to Partners and internal stakeholders.
• Manage schedules, calendars, and travel appointments.
• Support Partner time tracking and drafting client engagement letters.

Skills

Senior administrative support

Remote work experience

Fluent English

MS Office proficiency

Calendar and inbox management

Ability to multitask

Confidentiality

Effective communication

Job description

Position Title: Legal Executive Assistant - Remote

Contract: Full-time, Independent Contractor

Posting Jurisdictions: To support US Eastern Time working hours

Compensation: TBC based on experience and location



Our Firm:

Sterlington is an international law firm that combines legal and commercial excellence with modern ways of practicing. Our high-caliber partners work on complex business matters with a tailored approach to client service and a focus on financial flexibility and innovation. Learn more at:www.sterlingtonlaw.com.



The Role:

In this role, you will provide a first-class service to our Partners and internal stakeholders, while managing schedules, calendars and travel appointments. Collaborate with other team members globally, dealing with varying communications from both internal and external parties.

Responsibilities will include supporting Partner time tracking, drafting client engagement letters, document formatting, using the task management system (tracking responsibilities) and ad-hoc research to support partner projects.

You will ensure all administrative tasks are completed quickly and accurately with an eye for detail,utilizing your previous Law Firm experience in understanding the business to effectively prioritize, liaise with stakeholders, and help ensure the many goals are achieved.



Requirements:

• 8+ years of senior administrative support experience in a Law Firm
• Remote working experience essential
• Fluent English (verbal and written communications)
• Proficiency in MS office, particularly Excel/Word (fact/spell checking, formatting, proofreading etc.)
• Calendar and inbox management, travel planning, and scheduling
• Ability to remain poised under pressure, multitask, and prioritize effectively
• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially
• Communicate effectively with Senior Managers/Partners and clients in a timely manner
  
  

Sterlington is a full-service law firm that combines legal and commercial excellence with modern ways of practicing.





About us: www.sterlingtonlaw.com



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