Walkers is a leading international law and professional services firm, providing legal, corporate, and fiduciary services to global corporations, financial institutions, investment funds, and capital markets participants. Operating across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, the firm advises on the laws of Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Ireland, and Jersey. Walkers fosters an inclusive, diverse, and empowered work culture, with a global perspective that mirrors its client base.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support our team of Lawyers in the Dubai office. This position is critical in ensuring seamless legal administrative support, document management, client communication, and workflow coordination. The role requires professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to manage tasks under pressure.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide general secretarial and administrative support to Lawyers

• Draft, edit, format, and store legal documents and correspondence

• Answer calls professionally and handle client inquiries

• Schedule meetings, manage calendars, and coordinate diaries

• Organize file opening, archiving, and KYC documentation

• Manage billing systems and draft invoice narratives

• Maintain accurate client contact records in the CMS

• Support legal secretarial tasks specific to Cayman Islands, ADGM, DIFC, and BVI law

• Assist in legal filings, resolutions, director changes, and voluntary liquidations

• Prepare closing bibles and assist with business development documentation

• Ensure compliance with firm policies and participate in special projects

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Essential:

  • Minimum 3 years of relevant secretarial experience

  • Recognized secretarial qualification or equivalent work experience in a legal/professional services firm

• Desirable:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

  • Knowledge of Cayman Islands corporate legislation

Technical Skills:

• Essential:

  • Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook (latest versions)

  • Windows OS

  • Document formatting and filing systems

• Desirable:

  • MS PowerPoint, InterAction, AdEx / CORIS, Deltaview, Adobe Acrobat, Expert Billing

Work Culture & Equal Opportunity

Walkers is committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion. The firm provides a supportive work environment that values all individuals regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, or background. Employment opportunities are based solely on personal merit and professional qualifications.