Legal PA - Commerical Litigation

Crone Corkill; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Crone Corkill in London is seeking an experienced Legal PA to support a busy Commercial Litigation team. You will provide comprehensive PA and secretarial support to fee earners, manage client onboarding, billing, and draft client correspondence.

The role requires strong document production, high organisation, and the ability to handle confidential matters with discretion; you'll work closely with Partners and colleagues across Civil Fraud and Banking litigation in a hybrid London setting.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years' legal secretarial experience, ideally within litigation.
• Excellent document production, formatting and proofreading skills.
• Experience with legal software such as Word, NetDocuments, BigHand and Workshare Compare would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive PA and secretarial support to a busy litigation team.
• Manage client onboarding, KYC, AML and conflict checks.
• Coordinate monthly billing, prepare bills and draft client correspondence.
• Produce, format and amend legal documents, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Prepare litigation bundles and PDF document binders.
• Manage financial administration, including processing incoming and outgoing payments.
• Take detailed attendance notes during client meetings and calls.
• Liaise professionally with clients, third parties and external firms.
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the team, managing competing deadlines effectively.

Skills

Legal secretarial experience

Document production

Communication skills

Confidential handling

Tools

Word

NetDocuments

BigHand

Workshare Compare

Job description

Commercial Litigation Legal PA Salary: £46,000 | Hybrid Working | London

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal PA to join a well-established London law firm, supporting a busy and highly regarded Commercial Litigation team.

This role will provide support to fee earners across Commercial Litigation, Civil Fraud, and Banking & Financial Services Litigation, working closely with Partners and colleagues at all levels.

The Role

• Provide comprehensive PA and secretarial support to a busy litigation team.
• Manage client onboarding, KYC, AML and conflict checks.
• Coordinate monthly billing, prepare bills and draft client correspondence.
• Produce, format and amend legal documents, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Prepare litigation bundles and PDF document binders.
• Manage financial administration, including processing incoming and outgoing payments.
• Take detailed attendance notes during client meetings and calls.
• Liaise professionally with clients, third parties and external firms.
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the team, managing competing deadlines effectively.

About You

• At least 4 years' legal secretarial experience, ideally within litigation.
• A strong understanding of legal PA responsibilities in a busy legal environment.
• Excellent document production, formatting and proofreading skills.
• Experience with legal software such as Word, NetDocuments, BigHand and Workshare Compare would be advantageous.
• Highly organised, proactive and confident managing multiple priorities.
• Professional, discreet and comfortable handling confidential matters.
• A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach.

What's on Offer?

• £46,000 salary
• Hybrid working
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced legal professionals on complex, high-quality litigation matters.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment with a strong emphasis on individuality and professional development.

If you're an experienced Legal PA looking for your next opportunity within Commercial Litigation, I'd love to hear from you.