Legal Assistant to Managing Partner

We are pleased to be assisting a well-known US law firm as they search for an experienced Legal Assistant to join their Abu Dhabi office. The firm is recognised globally for its work across the Middle East, with a multi-cultural, highly regarded team of lawyers operating up to Senior Partner level and liaising closely with offices across the region and worldwide.

This is a newly available position supporting the Managing Partner and the Corporate team, with a strong focus on complex billing. The firm is looking to move quickly on this hire to support the needs of the team, so early applications are encouraged.

• Matter management, from engagement letters and due diligence through to close;
• Complex monthly timesheet and billing processes;
• Attending to invoices and expense reimbursements;
• Document preparation, editing, and management;
• Liaising with clients and third parties to update matter information, arrange document transfer and signature, and field general enquiries;
• Calendar, telephone and meeting management;
• Arranging travel and preparation of travel documents;
• Collaborating with the wider administration, operations and facilities team to ensure seamless admin support and to facilitate meetings and events;
• General office support including mail and print room duties;
• Ad hoc office, business development and practice projects.

• Proven experience in a Legal Assistant/PA role, ideally supporting senior level professionals;
• Currently located in Abu Dhabi highly desired;
• Must have experience within private practice, ideally within an international law firm;
• Experience handling complex billing processes is required;
• Excellent organisation skills and demonstrated experience managing multiple simultaneous projects with tight deadlines;
• Strong communication skills with a history of working in a multi-cultural team and with contacts across several time zones;
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office Suite, with intermediate to senior level proficiency in legal matter and billing software;
• A proactive and flexible approach, willing to step into a leadership role for admin processes as well as work collaboratively with colleagues.

This is a rare opportunity to support a Managing Partner and Corporate team within a globally recognised US law firm, working alongside a talented and multi-cultural team in a fast-paced, high-profile environment. The firm offers genuine scope for professional growth within an international platform.

Due to the volume of interest, only successful applicants will be contacted directly.