Senior Legal Secretary Job at Office Angels (Guildford)

Legal & Regulatory Risk Lawyer / Senior Legal & Regulatory Risk Lawyer

The role of the OGC team at BCLP is to ensure that the firm and individuals with...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Solicitor or barrister admitted in England & Wales or a similar common law jurisdiction
Experience of working in legal and regulatory compliance, ideally in an international law firm or for a legal regulator
Experience of working as a fee earner in private practice
Strongly service-oriented, with commercial acumen, and enthusiasm for the challenges of providing services and resources in a large, multi-office law firm setting
Ability to be flexible and adaptable to support the priorities and strategies of the firm
Strong technical IT skills and experience in the design, implementation or management of any technology-based compliance systems and processes (including the use of Gen AI tools) would be an advantage

Job Responsibility

Assist in managing the OGC team query in box (on a rota basis) and act as a first point of contact for internal legal and regulatory risk queries and as a point of escalation for junior lawyers and trainees, assisting them to finalise draft responses
Address various areas of legal and regulatory risk, including issues concerning the regulation and governance of the firm, the SRA Standards & Regulations, and a broad variety of issues concerning the business, its lawyers and other business professionals
Specific legal, regulatory and compliance areas of focus will include the following and will involve supervising and acting as an escalation point for more junior team members: responding to queries and working on projects relating to client engagement, limitation of liability, anti-bribery & corruption, share dealing, outside interests, referral fees, file transfer, escrow arrangements, confidentiality undertakings, NDAs, DAC6/UK MDR, and modern slavery
consideration of whether something is reportable to the SRA or other authority
responding to queries and working on projects relating to HR issues, including the on-boarding of lateral hire partners and/or teams, staff departures, supporting investigations where there might be a regulatory or other reporting obligation
drafting or reviewing and updating risk and compliance policies, procedures and guidance and reviewing and updating risk assessments
working as part of the wider Risk & Regulatory team on various projects to respond to key areas of legal/ regulatory risk to the firm or regulatory developments
supporting the legal and regulatory aspects of strategic projects
drafting and delivering compliance training to various groups, including new starters and trainees, mitigate key risks, educate and empower a risk aware and speak up culture
supporting the firm’s supplier procurement process by assisting with legal contract review

Fulltime

Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary position at a distinguished law firm recognised in the Chambers ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

16.00 - 20.00 GBP / Hour

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Legal PA/ secretarial experience in a busy small/medium-sized law firm
Proven experience in marketing and/or billing
Longevity in previous roles
Well-presented and articulate
Legal secretarial skills
Experience with HNW and commercial clients from the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with CMS and billing software

Job Responsibility

Assist the Managing Partner with diary management and scheduling
Maintain and follow up on new firm enquiries
Open client files and manage compliance documentation
Liaise between lawyers and the finance team for billing
Maintain the Firm's contact list
Coordinate with marketing on website and social media initiatives
Provide ad hoc assistance to the legal team, including document formatting
Cover for the PA to the Senior Partner during holidays

What we offer

Workplace that values respect and unconventional thinking
Equal opportunities employer
Reasonable adjustments available

Fulltime

Legal Secretary

Are you a highly organised and discreet individual with a passion for the legal ...

Location

United Kingdom , Central London

Salary:

45000.00 - 50000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Secretary or PA experience within the legal industry
Good emotional intelligence and ability to deal with different personalities professionally
International background preferable and a high level of cultural awareness
Positive, calm, and very organised
High level of IT proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel) and the ability to work with legal documents (contract numbering, court documents, etc.)
Well-presented and articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Additional language skills are a bonus

Job Responsibility

Provide immediate assistance to the Senior Partner, managing meetings, correspondence, and personal matters such as scheduling medical appointments and property management
Support the Managing Partner with diary management and gatekeeping internal requests
Handle administrative duties including maintaining new enquiry logs, opening client files, collating compliance documents, and liaising with the accounts team
Collaborate with the Office Coordinator to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, including phones, doors, and welcoming clients

Fulltime

Senior Legal Counsel (Employment Law)

The Senior Legal Counsel (Employment Law) will be responsible for providing lega...

Location

Netherlands , Amsterdam

Salary:

Not provided

AniCura Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Dutch Law Degree or equivalent, with appropriate legal conversion course where applicable
Minimum 8 years PQE with strong focus on employment law
Deep knowledge of EU and local labour regulations and collective-bargaining processes
Proven track record handling complex restructurings and cross-border mobility
Strong drafting, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills
Fluency in Dutch and English

Job Responsibility

Provide legal support to MVHE and individual clinics in strategic as well as a wide variety of day-to-day legal matters e.g. commercial contracts, leases, employment, data privacy and disputes
Provide M&A acquisition and integration support
Manage Company Secretarial matters for MVHE legal entities
Organise and conduct training on various legal/compliance/risk topics
Represent the Legal Affairs team as subject matter expert in in strategic projects
Develop and implement strategies to efficiently manage legal risks
Manage use of external counsel to ensure high quality and cost-efficient support
Monitor legislative changes and industry trends to ensure internal clients are informed of relevant developments
Act as trusted business partner to all Operating Units across all business functions but with particular focus on HR
Draft, review and negotiate employment contracts, secondment agreements and termination packages across multiple countries

What we offer

An industry competitive salary and benefits package
A stimulating work environment with good opportunities for personal development
Freedom to take responsibility and the opportunity to influence
Flexible working hours, hybrid working, international, digital work environment
Learning and development opportunities
The opportunity to cuddle our beloved 4-legged friends in our offices

Fulltime

Legal PA

Legal PA role supporting a Senior Partner and offering support to a small wider ...

Location

United Kingdom , Altrincham

Salary:

30000.00 - 45000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience as a Legal PA or Secretary within a legal environment - litigation is preferred but not essential
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn
Proven work history of working under the strictest of confidentiality and upmost professionalism

Job Responsibility

Provide comprehensive administrative support to a Senior Partner and 2 legal professionals
Manage calendars, schedule meetings and coordinate travel arrangements
Draft and proofread legal documents and correspondence
Maintain and organise files, both electronic and physical
Assist with billing and invoicing processes
Collaborate closely with colleagues to streamline workflows

What we offer

Free onsite parking
Supportive and friendly team that values collaboration and professional growth
Convenient location accessible via public transport

Fulltime

Assistant Company Secretary

Join the Legal team to protect Barclays, its employees, and its brands while ens...

Location

United Kingdom , London; Glasgow

Salary:

Not provided

Barclays

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Act as Company Secretary to regulated or significant legal entities, including liaison with the Chairman and senior executives, assisting with board succession and board and committee evaluations, agenda preparation, board paper management, attending and minuting board meetings where required
Provision of support, advice and guidance to the Barclays Group on company law and appropriate regulations, its own policies and best practice in corporate governance and to the Directors on their fiduciary duties and other legal or regulatory obligations
Creation and review of corporate governance documents, including charters, terms of reference, matters reserved for the board, policies, and procedures in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
Maintenance of compliance with corporate governance requirements, best practices and industry standards across the Barclays Group governance practices
Assistance on project work, for instance corporate re-organisations, liquidations, mergers and formations and the signing of subsidiary financial accounts
Maintenance of the company’s statutory registers, other registers such as conflict of interest registers, and data fields required for adherence to Barclays Group policies and standards
Stakeholders support with their ongoing compliance with the Group Policy on Legal Entities and Directors
To manage a business function, providing significant input to function wide strategic initiatives
Manage the direction of a large team or sub-function, leading other people managers and embedding a performance culture aligned to the values of the business
Provide expert advice to senior functional management and committees to influence decisions made outside of own function, offering significant input to function wide strategic initiatives

Job Responsibility

To play a crucial role in ensuring the Barclays Group’s adherence to statutory and regulatory corporate governance requirements and industry standards, facilitating communication between the board of directors and other key stakeholders for regulated and/or significant Barclays Group legal entities

What we offer

Hybrid working
Structured approach to hybrid working with fixed 'anchor' days
Supportive and inclusive culture and environment
Commitment to flexible working arrangements
Opportunity to embrace mobility and explore operations globally
Diverse and inclusive workplace

Fulltime

Legal Assistant

The Legal Assistant position is responsible for assisting the General Counsel an...

Location

United States , Bonita Springs

Salary:

Not provided

Rittenhouse Village At Michigan City

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Five years + of related, demonstrated legal secretary functions with emphasis in corporate law and regulations, and/or healthcare industry, and/or senior care industry preferred
Four-year college degree
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret legal documents
Ability to effectively present information to top management and/or boards of directors
Ability to use Microsoft Windows
Must be proficient in Excel
Ability to use email and the Internet
Ability to work under minimum supervision and demonstrate self-initiative and willingness to learn
Must be detail-oriented

Job Responsibility

Coordinates the discharge process for all company communities, including Independent Living, Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing
Drafts discharge letters and works with local counsel on collections and evictions
Coordinates spreadsheets for tracking of discharges and evictions
Assists with general corporate matters and responsible for archiving corporate documents in the appropriate forums
Coordinating execution of documents, including obtaining signatures and notary services
Assisting with due diligence requests and compiling necessary documentation
Managing entity renewals and maintaining compliance records
Answering and fielding incoming calls in a professional manner
Establishes and maintains relationships, credibility, and trust with clients, stakeholders, legal team members and other colleagues
Providing general project support and administrative assistance as needed

What we offer

medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
paid time off
paid holidays
401(k) plan with company match
Employee Assistance Program
accident insurance policies

Fulltime

Legal Personal Assistant

Are you a highly organised and discreet individual with a passion for the legal ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

40000.00 - 45000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

PA experience in a busy and varied role- a mix of private and legal PA experience
Good emotional intelligence and ability to deal with different personalities professionally
International background preferable and a high level of cultural awareness
Positive, calm, and very organised
High level of IT proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel) and the ability to work with legal documents (contract numbering, court documents, etc.)
Well-presented and articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Additional language skills are a bonus

Job Responsibility

Provide immediate assistance to the Senior Partner, managing meetings, correspondence, and personal matters such as scheduling medical appointments and property management
Support the Managing Partner with diary management and gatekeeping internal requests
Handle administrative duties including maintaining new enquiry logs, opening client files, collating compliance documents, and liaising with the accounts team
Collaborate with the Office Coordinator to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, including phones, doors, and welcoming clients

What we offer

1 day WFH
Inclusive environment
Equal-opportunities employer
Support for reasonable adjustments

Fulltime

Senior Legal Secretary

Office Angels

Location:
United Kingdom , Guildford

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Posted:
May 16, 2025

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