Senior Legal Secretary - Italian

Ryder Reid; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A US law firm in London is seeking a Senior Secretary fluent in Italian and English to provide 1:1 support to a senior Partner. The role involves managing complex tasks, drafting documents, and liaising with international clients. Candidates should have proven experience as a legal secretary and possess strong organisational skills. This position offers competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior legal or executive secretary.
• Fluency in Italian and English (spoken and written).
• Impeccable organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive and polished, client-focused.
• Confidence working independently in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a senior Partner or Counsel.
• Manage complex calendars, travel arrangements, and client communications.
• Draft and translate documents in both English and Italian.
• Liaise confidently with international clients and colleagues.
• Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism.

Skills

Fluent Italian

Fluent English

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Client-focused approach

Independence

Job description

Overview

Are you a seasoned legal secretary fluent in Italian, with a passion for precision and high-level support? This is your opportunity to join a US law firm known for its collaborative culture and commitment to excellence. Our client is looking for an Italian-speaking senior secretary to join their private equity team.

• Location: London
• Role: Senior Secretary (1:1 Support)
• Language Requirement: Fluent Italian & English
• Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a senior Partner or Counsel
• Manage complex calendars, travel arrangements, and client communications
• Draft and translate documents in both English and Italian
• Liaise confidently with international clients and colleagues across jurisdictions
• Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior legal or executive secretary within a legal or professional services firm
• Fluency in Italian and English (spoken and written)
• Impeccable organisational skills and attention to detail
• A proactive, polished, and client-focused approach
• Confidence working independently in a fast-paced legal environment

If this sounds like you and you fit the requirements, please apply now.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage. Thank you for taking the time to apply.