Bird & Bird is currently seeking a Legal PA to join its Practice Support team in Dubai. This full-time, on-site role offers an excellent opportunity for a talented and experienced professional to support fee-earners across both the Dubai and Abu Dhabi offices. You will be a part of a collaborative and high-performing international law firm known for its collegiate culture and commitment to development and efficiency.

In this role, you will provide professional secretarial and administrative support, manage busy schedules, draft legal documents, and support business development efforts. This position requires outstanding interpersonal, organizational, and technical skills, along with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced professional services environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level secretarial support to Partners and Associates across the UAE offices.

• Manage diaries, schedule meetings, arrange travel, and prepare detailed itineraries.

• Format and proofread legal documents, draft correspondence, and manage filing (both digital and physical).

• Organize meetings, events, and conference calls internally and with clients.

• Coordinate billing tasks, including pre-bill reviews and client/matter setup.

• Support business development activities by preparing presentations, coordinating with marketing teams, and assisting with client engagement efforts.

• Assist with client onboarding, conflict checks, and compliance-related documentation (AML/KYC).

• Submit expense claims, manage timesheets, and keep contact records updated.

• Collaborate with Office Services and other PAs to cover absences and workload as needed.

• Attend regular team meetings and actively contribute to process improvements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Legal PA, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proactive, “can-do” attitude.

• Strong organizational and time management abilities; able to work under pressure.

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and document management systems.

• High level of accuracy in typing, formatting, and document editing.

• Ability to build rapport with stakeholders at all levels and across various cultures.

• Adaptable, reliable, and capable of managing multiple priorities.

• Willingness to work flexible hours when required.

About the Company:
Bird & Bird is a leading international law firm with a global network of professionals. With a collaborative culture and a future-forward mindset, Bird & Bird enables career growth, development, and innovation across legal and support roles. Over 70% of the work involves collaboration across offices, offering an inclusive and enriching professional experience.