Riyadh Practice Assistant — Legal Admin & Office Coordinator

Client of MENA Recruit Pty Ltd; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 66,960 - 100,440; Full time

Job summary

The Practice Assistant role in Riyadh is part of a growing international law firm's local business support team. You will provide high-level legal administrative support, handle diaries, travel, billing and document production, and work closely with lawyers across the firm's global network.

You'll be based mainly in the Riyadh office, with some flexibility to support business needs. This is an early-career opportunity with exposure to cross-border matters and long-term career development within

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 3-5 years' administrative experience, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Arabic and English.
• Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to take ownership.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to lawyers and the wider team
• Manage complex diaries, meetings and international travel arrangements
• Prepare expense reports, billing, time entry and pre-bill edits
• Draft, format, proofread and produce professional documents and presentations
• Assist with business development initiatives, client pitches and marketing materials
• Coordinate with colleagues across the firm's international offices
• Organise meetings, events and maintain electronic filing systems
• Welcome clients and visitors; manage reception and communications
• Coordinating meeting rooms and hospitality for guests
• Overseeing office supplies and general office administration
• Liaising with suppliers and assisting with office-related expenses
• Providing basic IT coordination with remote support teams when required

Skills

Arabic & English

Office administration

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Practice Assistant role in Riyadh is part of a growing international law firm's local business support team. You will provide high-level legal administrative support, handle diaries, travel, billing and document production, and work closely with lawyers across the firm's global network.

You'll be based mainly in the Riyadh office, with some flexibility to support business needs. This is an early-career opportunity with exposure to cross-border matters and long-term career development within