Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Dubai
Company: MENA Recruit

Role Overview:
MENA Recruit is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to join a high-performing team within a leading international law firm. This role is perfect for an organized, detail-oriented individual with strong legal secretarial experience to provide administrative and secretarial support to senior lawyers in a fast-paced, global environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to legal professionals.

• Manage complex calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate international travel.

• Prepare and format legal documents and correspondence (typing, editing, proofing).

• Organize legal documents for court and ensure timely filing.

• Handle billing, time entry (3E), and expense reimbursements (Chrome River).

• Maintain client and case records in both digital and physical formats.

• Liaise with clients, internal departments, and external stakeholders.

• Support business development activities through accurate record-keeping in InterAction.

• Ensure confidentiality of sensitive legal information at all times.

Requirements:

• Previous legal secretarial experience, ideally in an international law firm or professional services firm.

• Strong client service mindset and ability to assist in business development activities.

• Highly organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively under pressure.

• Proficiency in legal systems (Worksite, 3E, Deltaview) and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Fast and accurate typing skills (minimum 70 WPM).

• Experience in email/calendar management, billing processes, and legal document workflows.

• Reliable, collaborative team player with excellent attention to detail.

• Flexible with working hours and committed to high standards of performance and confidentiality.

If you are a proactive, detail-driven legal administrative professional ready to advance your career in a global legal environment, apply now!

About the Company:

MENA Recruit is an established recruitment firm specializing in placing international legal talent across various sectors. With a firm focus on the MENA region and expanding into APAC, MENA Recruit offers tailored services in HR, IT, Marketing, Business Development, and more. They are a trusted partner for clients and candidates alike, delivering exceptional talent and market insights. MENA Recruit has offices in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the UK.