Practice Assistant

Overview

Our Office Operations team is at the heart of ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the Firm's day-to-day operations. The team manages the infrastructure, systems and services globally and locally, relating to office workplaces, onsite and remote operational services, security, safety and related areas. We provide PA support and manage document production, translation and travel services. The team is responsible for client-facing areas across the Firm, ensuring that clients and visitors have a world-class experience.

We also lead day-to-day operations in an environmentally sustainable way.

• Provides comprehensive support in the typical day-to-day operations to ensure the smooth delivery of Practice Assistant Services
• Able to perform more complex or non-routine tasks in relation to the role
• Collaborates with team members to complete assigned tasks and projects, helping to deliver a high quality, comprehensive service
• Completes activities as assigned which include calendar management, meeting and travel arrangements, drafting documents or presentations, transcribing, proofreading and other secretarial and administrative tasks as required
• Evaluates and selects appropriate alternatives from defined options to handle routine enquiries, anticipating needs, exercising judgment within established guidelines and escalating to senior colleagues when necessary
• Maintains a good understanding of principles, practices, and procedures, staying informed of changes and updates in the field

This role reports to Office Administrator

White & Case is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.

If you require assistance and/or adjustment to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email us. We will be happy to work with you.

The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.

The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.

Our internal Recruitment team manages all aspects of lateral hiring. All agencies must have signed terms of business-specific to the relevant office before submitting any candidates. CVs or applications sent directly to White & Case partners or employees will also not be considered formal introductions. If you have questions, please contact the relevant Recruitment team. We work with our preferred suppliers when engaging agencies.