Secretary - Dispute Resolution - Oman

Al Tamimi; Oman; On-site; OMR 8,928 - 13,392; Full time

Job summary

Al Tamimi is seeking an experienced legal secretary to support litigation and dispute resolution efforts. The successful candidate will manage pleadings, correspondence, and vital case documents, ensuring proper handling of all administrative duties.

Candidates should demonstrate strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle confidential information. Good command of English is essential, and knowledge of Omani court or arbitration procedures is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal secretarial role, ideally in litigation or dispute resolution.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and manage pleadings, correspondence, and case documents.
• Maintain dispute resolution files and track key deadlines.
• Coordinate meetings, hearings, bundles, and document submissions.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Confidentiality handling

Good English communication

Familiarity with court procedures

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and manage pleadings, correspondence, and case documents.
• Maintain dispute resolution files and track key deadlines.
• Coordinate meetings, hearings, bundles, and document submissions.
• Liaise with clients, courts, external counsel, and authorities where required.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to lawyers.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a legal secretarial role, ideally within litigation or dispute resolution.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Good written and spoken English; Arabic capability is preferred.
• Familiarity with Omani court or arbitration procedures would be advantageous.

Diversity Equity & Inclusion

Essential to our success as a Professional Organization is our ability to attract and retain the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are committed to a work environment where everyone can reach their potential, and we have an inclusive culture which respects individual differences.

We undertake and support a number of internal and external initiatives aimed at increasing diversity within the profession and we encourage all our partners and staff to get involved.

Al Tamimi & Company is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and support those in the workplace who have a disability.