Legal Secretary - Prominent Local Law Firm

Company Overview:

Our client is a prominent local law firm in Singapore, celebrated for its exceptional legal expertise and client-centered approach. With a team of more than 200 professionals in the Singapore office, they uphold a standard of excellence as a comprehensive legal service provider, with significant presence in various sectors, including corporate law, banking and finance, mergers and acquisitions, and dispute resolution.

Job Summary:

As a Legal Secretary in the Banking department, you will be providing key administrative support for a team of 3-4 lawyers. The ideal candidate is someone who is driven, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to provide timely support with a high level of meticulousness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive secretarial support to a team of 3-4 lawyers in the banking department, including managing end-to-end billing and ensuring seamless day-to-day calendaring and scheduling of meetings
• Prepare, review and manage banking-related legal documentation ensuring accuracy of details.
• Handle any filing, bundling and printing required
• Manage ad-hoc travel arrangements including liasing with hotels, arranging transportation, planning of itineraries within a short notice.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and timelines, including flight bookings, accommodation and filing for claims.

Requirements:

• Proven experience of 3-5 years as a Legal Secretary in a reputable law firm is required.
• Familiarity with managing banking and finance related legal matters and documentation is highly advantageous.
• Meticulous, organised and self-motivated, with the ability to resolve issues with utmost swiftness and accuracy to ensure workflow efficiency.
• Exceptional professional conduct and excellent cross-cultural communication skills while handling communications discreetly and maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to speak Mandarin is looked upon favourably to communicate with regional stakeholders

The successful canddiate in this role will have the opportunity to be a key player in one of the biggest legal practices in the region, while gaining exposure to cross-regional teams, allowing for a meaningful and driven career.

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