Secretarial Team Leader
- Location: City of London (Hybrid – 3 days in office, 2 days WFH)
- Salary: Up to £54,000 per annum
- Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
My client is a leading international law firm, renowned for its expertise across various sectors including aviation, shipping, insurance, energy, construction, and commodities. With a strong global presence, they provide commercially focused legal solutions to businesses worldwide. Their shipping team is the largest within the firm, offering unparalleled industry insight and legal excellence.
The Role:
My client is seeking a highly organised and proactive Secretarial Team Leader to join their prestigious Shipping Team. This is a dual role, combining both team leadership and PA responsibilities, providing crucial support to senior stakeholders. The successful candidate will oversee a team of PAs, Team Administrators, and a Team Coordinator, ensuring seamless operational efficiency and high-quality service delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Line management of 9 PAs, 2 Administrators, and 1 Team Coordinator, including performance reviews, check-ins, and professional development.
- Supporting the Global Shipping Group Leader & Head of Dry Shipping, as well as three Associates.
- Providing high-level PA support, including matter management, compliance, billing coordination, diary management, travel arrangements, and expense processing.
- Collaborating with other Secretarial Team Leaders to ensure consistency and efficiency across the London office.
- The Secretarial Team Leader will play a pivotal role in managing and coordinating this team to ensure exceptional operational support.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a team leader/line management role, including conducting performance reviews and managing team performance.
- Strong PA/secretarial background within a legal or professional services environment.
- Litigation experience is essential (shipping sector experience is advantageous but not required).
- Proficiency in iManage, Intapp Open, InterAction CMS, and Elite 3E systems is advantageous.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills with a proactive and adaptable approach.
If you are an experienced Secretarial Team Leader looking for your next challenge within a top-tier law firm, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for more details!
