Legal Secretary

LEGAL SECRETARY

Location: DIFC, Dubai
Salary: Up to AED 27,000 per month
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

International law firm experience is essential.

• Executive & Legal Support – Provide full secretarial support to Partners and fee earners; manage complex diaries, scheduling and meeting coordination across multiple time zones; coordinate international travel arrangements and itineraries; prepare, format, amend and proofread legal documents and correspondence; handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion; support with document management, filing and administrative processes.
• Billing & Financial Administration – Manage legal billing processes accurately and efficiently; prepare invoices, billing summaries and expense documentation; liaise with finance teams regarding client billing and payment processes; monitor timesheets and support monthly billing cycles; ensure billing records and client information remain up to date.
• Client & Stakeholder Coordination – Act as a professional point of contact for clients and external stakeholders; coordinate meetings, conference calls and legal documentation requirements; maintain strong communication across legal teams and internal departments; ensure deadlines and client expectations are consistently met.

• Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary within an international law firm is essential.
• Strong experience supporting senior legal professionals and Partners.
• Proven billing and legal finance administration experience.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism and discretion.
• Confident working within fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.

• Professional and polished approach.
• Calm under pressure and highly dependable.
• Proactive with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Adaptable and capable of managing changing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Team‑oriented with a collaborative attitude.

• Opportunity to join a highly respected international law firm.
• Exposure to a professional and fast‑paced legal environment.
• Competitive salary package up to AED 27,000 per month.

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