Senior Legal Personal Assistant

Hunter Savage; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Belfast is seeking an experienced Senior Legal PA to support the Managing Partner. This role involves managing complex schedules, preparing legal documents, and acting as a liaison for clients and stakeholders. Exceptional organisational skills and a professional demeanor are essential. The firm offers a competitive salary up to £40,000 and hybrid working options, making it a great opportunity for a trusted professional eager to work closely with senior leadership.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £40,000

Hybrid working options

Long-term career opportunity

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Senior Legal PA, Executive Assistant, or Legal Secretary supporting senior partners.
• Background in a professional legal environment.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong document production, proofreading, and formatting skills.
• Professional, polished, and confident working at senior leadership level.
• Highly discreet, trusted, and solutions-focused.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level PA and legal secretarial support to the Managing Partner.
• Manage complex diaries, meetings, deadlines, and priorities.
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, including agendas.
• Act as a key liaison point for clients and senior stakeholders.
• Assist with billing processes and financial administration.
• Anticipate needs and streamline processes.

Skills

Organisational skills

Document production

Proofreading

Communication skills

Discretion

Solutions-focused

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

We are hiring for our client, a highly regarded law firm, who are seeking an experienced Senior Legal PA to provide high-level, proactive support to the Managing Partner. This is a key, trusted role within the firm, ideal for an accomplished Legal PA who thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment and is confident operating at senior leadership level.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Senior-level support role working directly with the Managing Partner
2. High-profile position within a respected Belfast law firm
3. Opportunity to work in a trusted, autonomous role with real influence and visibility

The Role:

• Provide high-level PA and legal secretarial support to the Managing Partner
• Proactively manage complex diaries, meetings, deadlines, and priorities
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, reports, and presentations
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, including preparation of agendas and papers
• Manage confidential information with the highest level of discretion and professionalism
• Act as a key liaison point for clients, partners, and senior stakeholders
• Support billing processes, time recording, and financial administration
• Assist with business development activity, client communications, and presentations
• Oversee document management, filing systems, and workflow efficiency
• Anticipate needs, streamline processes, and provide day-to-day operational support

The Person – What We’re Looking For

• Significant experience as a Senior Legal PA, Executive Assistant, or Legal Secretary supporting senior partners
• Background in a professional legal environment
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong document production, proofreading, and formatting skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional, polished, and confident working at senior leadership level
• Highly discreet, trusted, and solutions-focused
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems

The Reward – What’s in it for You?

• Permanent, full-time role in a highly respected Belfast law firm
• Competitive salary depending on experience - up to £40,000
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a high-trust role
• Hybrid working options available
• Long-term career opportunity with scope and responsibility

Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage

Hunter Savage is a specialist recruitment consultancy supporting legal professionals across Northern Ireland. For more information or to apply for this Senior Legal PA role, contact Nuala McClinton for a confidential discussion.