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Practice Assistant/ Legal Secretary
Browne Jacobson, Manchester
Vacancy details Practice Assistant/ Legal Secretary - Health Advisory and Litigation - 12 month FTC - Manchester Vacancy type Secretarial/administrative Level Mid Business area Support Duration Temporary Hours Full time Location Manchester Reference number GL02345 Duration details 12 Months FTC Job title Practice Assistant/ Legal Secretary - Health Advisory and Litigation - 12 Month FTC - Manchester Team Legal Support Vacancy owner Jen Foster At Browne Jacobson, we’ve always worked across business and society, and this expertise sets us apart. Social and environmental impact are at the top of our business agenda. We champion fairness, make the complex simple and forge connections between clients to find creative solutions. This is how we improve outcomes for every person, community and business we serve. With offices in Birmingham, Dublin, Exeter, London, Manchester and Nottingham, we’re a UK & I based law firm with an international reach. Our sectors include: health; real estate and construction; education; energy and infrastructure; financial services; government; insurance; manufacturing and industrials; and retail, consumer and logistics. We nurture talent at all levels and from every background and celebrate what makes people individuals. Law needs all voices to reflect the society it serves and we’re working towards social mobility, diversity and inclusion in our firm - and our profession. We strive to create meaningful personal and professional development opportunities and offer flexible working in support of a good work-life balance. We focus on wellbeing and individuality, so that all our people can thrive. What is the working practice for this role? The firm operates a set of core principles that guides our working practice. It’s called ‘One Firm, Wherever You Are’. You might have enjoyed working from home and would like to split your time between there and the office/ other work locations. Others may be eager to return to the office on a more regular basis. We believe that a regular level of in-person contact is an important way to build connections with your colleagues, enhancing knowledge and idea sharing and enabling all of us to benefit from the vibrant office culture Browne Jacobson has to offer. Our expectation is that, on average, you’ll work from home for no more than three days per week, with the remainder of your time either spent with your colleagues in the office or working from other locations as work demands dictate, e.g. courts, client offices, conferences etc. This is an average expectation over time and we know that there will be variations from week to week. Equally, there will be individual circumstances in which a different pattern of work is needed, for example as an agreed reasonable adjustment for colleagues with a disability or long-term medical condition. We believe this approach: fits with our values and personality; will enhance our performance through greater flexibility; advances our ambitions as an inclusive employer – helping you better balance work and family/life commitments; offers opportunities to reduce our carbon footprint (travel, office services etc.), a key ambition underpinning our corporate sustainability plan. Why is this role important and how does it fit into the team, department & wider firm? As the single point of contact for fee earners and the completion of their work, the role with undertake all aspects of the Practice Assistant role, or where appropriate, manage the workflow by utilising Team Assistants and Shared Services, retaining ownership and accountability of all tasks through to completion. Provide a high quality, comprehensive workflow management and organisational service to fee earners in the group and exceptional client service. What does the role actually involve? Client relationship management Become an active part in the care of clients and be wholly familiar with contacts/clients and dealing with basic client queries as appropriate Manage the production of documents and check returned work produced by the Shared Services team/speech recognition for accuracy/formatting, before it is passed to the relevant lawyer Taking and making client related calls, dealing with and handling message taking as appropriate. Liaise with Client & Marketing and provide support for scheduling tender meetings, directory interviews, client training etc. Manage Interaction and ensure new prospects, clients and contacts, activities and business development information are added Responsible for keeping up to date with client specific protocols and processes, implementing, providing guidance and training to others where necessary and ongoing monitoring Administrative Responsible for files being opened and closed. Supervise general filing requirements and record- keeping and production of engagement letters, ensuring compliance at all times Monitor and manage key dates for clients and ensure compliance procedures are up to date on all files and matters Support fee earners in business development activities including the involvement in preparation of pitches and presentations, scheduling meetings e.g. tenders, directories, internal client Work with business development managers on the maintenance of CRM to ensure key client contacts are in Interaction and ‘bounce-backs’ e.g. contacts with rejected email addresses are reviewed, updated or archived from system Assisting in the organisation of internal and external events, seminars and conferences (vulture) Manage diaries, ensuring they are up-to date, anticipating requirements e.g. associated travel/accommodation bookings, meeting rooms, drafting itineraries, preparing agendas, preparing and circulating papers Produce and maintain Excel spreadsheets as required First point of contact for the team, dealing with queries and acting on initiative to provide exceptional client service, promoting and developing ownership within the teams Assisting in the tender process – liaising with Business Development, collating outstanding information, assisting with draft/final submissions Arrange for the preparation and collation of internal sector newsletters and briefings Arrange photocopying, printing, organising couriers, sending out letters, faxes etc. Receiving instructions via digital dictation for tasks and acting upon the same Maintaining LinkedIn profile, updating connections and adding new activity Checks Mytenders for CVs, copies of old tenders, policies, insurance details etc. Manages enquiry inboxes, and website queries Communication Key point of contact for Fee Earners and Clients to maintain relationships and ensure a high level of support is always provided by the team Monitor post and/or emails and dealing with as appropriate ensuring all client related correspondence is passed on to an appropriate fee earner and actioned as necessary; proactively responding to and drafting responses on behalf of others, prioritising emails, collating necessary paperwork and e-filing Provide support to their immediate colleagues in the department, and where practical, other legal and support departments as requested by the Team Manager. Assisting others where there is spare capacity or it evident that a colleague needs assistance with their workload Answering phone calls for other members of the team when they are away from their desk and participating in a lunch time telephone rota within the Practice Assistant team Minute taking, following up designated actions to ensure completion ahead of the next meeting Liaise with the [Team Manager] over any planned absences, arranging cover as necessary and communicating this to the relevant fee earners Financial Assist fee earners and business development for client and event billing and credit control process Responsible for the completion of complex billing; ensuring bills are prepared to the highest standards of accuracy and it’s undertaken within the team in accordance with the contractual requirement Request cheques, bank transfers, and paying in money received, as appropriate Reviewing and updating time allocation and disbursements ensuring appropriate matter allocation Supporting the co-ordination of the WIP certification process Anticipating and dealing with matter related finance administration to include APRs, BACs, TTs Managing Expenses Processing Responsible for managing priorities and workloads to ensure deadlines are met. Liaising with PSM where challenges arise Responsible for managing the creation and maintenance of client data rooms in accordance with case milestones Proactively promote the use of data rooms with clients and lawyers Responsible for ensuring client and matter data is maintained within our case management and practice management systems, raising requests with the CMI team as appropriate Online applications e.g. Companies House, Land Registry, Searchflow, CRU forms Undertaking searches and completion of Stamp Duty Land Tax Ensuring compliance with firm wide/department policies and procedures including Lexcel and Information Security Customer service Arranging and attending team meetings Liaising with fee earners and PSM's to take instruction and liaise on work requirements Consistently and appropriately update service users on progress where appropriate Regularly offer assistance wherever possible Person specification What technical skills are required for someone to be successful and enjoy the role? Experience of working in a legal or professional services environment Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office An aptitude for producing documents and client communications of the highest standard Advanced knowledge of document management/case management systems Who would be a good fit for this role? As part of the legal support team, you would be expected to have the following skills and experience: An effective communicator with the ability to establish and build client relationships; striving to provide exceptional service at all times Customer service focused Proven experience of managing administration services and resources, with a hands-on, practical approach Effective at investigating issues and seeing a problem through to conclusion Conscientious, taking personal responsibility for own work and accountability for its delivery and quality Excellent team player, sharing in team goals to provide excellent quality and efficiency of service, with a willingness to take on new responsibilities and challenges Positive can-do attitude with the ability to adapt to change Confidential and discreet but able to redirect information when appropriate to ensure areas of concern are resolved effectively Well organised and methodical with excellent attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all client communications and deliverables
Team Assistant
mileway, Warrington
We offer an opportunity you simply won’t find anywhere else. In less than four years, Mileway has grown into Europe’s leader in last mile logistics real estate, with a 400-plus team across more than twenty offices in eleven countries. Are you proactive, driven and ready to shine in a fast-moving international team? We are looking for a highly organised, focused Team Assistant with great attention to detail to join our team in Warrington. In this role, you’ll work within the UK In-House Leasing team and will have regular interaction with Asset Managers, Company Directors and external lawyers. You’ll be part of a dynamic team within UK Property Management & Asset Management Operations. You will be responsible for administration in relation to the leasing of our commercial property portfolio. This will include the drafting and management of important legal documentation. As one of the first contacts with our customers, we are looking for a friendly, helpful and highly professional individual to join our team. We value collaboration between departments and provide the opportunity to grow and develop at Mileway. Working at Mileway Mileway set out to be a different kind of real estate company from the beginning, setting things up the way we always wanted them, like our cloud-based IT infrastructure and our team’s ability to flex across borders, combining the best of local knowledge with the pooled expertise of a pan-European business.We may be young, but with a portfolio stretching across Europe, an international go-getting team, and growth plans that match our ambition. At Mileway, we believe company growth comes from supporting the growth of our combined capabilities. This is why we have our own inhouse learning & development program, where personal, professional and business development go hand in hand - helping you carve out your own bespoke career path. We know that the way people work has changed over the last few years. So while your base will be the Warrington office in North West England, we will give you flexibility to work some of the week from home. We’ll also equip you with a state-of-the-art technology package that helps you keep in touch, wherever you are. That doesn’t mean we need you 24/7. We expect you’ll work hard and also that you’ll need some downtime. Respect for your personal life is key to keeping our team happy and our batteries charged. What you’ll do Support the Asset Management team in-house leasing function. Draft in-house commercial short form leases in line with Heads of Terms and associated documents. Prepare Promap plans for inclusion in all leases. Process commercial leases and supporting documents for signature using Docusign. Prepare completion summary for inclusion in our property management system, Yardi Voyager. Track and record vital lease dates and information within our core systems. Prepare formal letters and notices. Work closely with our other Team Assistants, Asset Managers and Office Managers. What you’ll bring Your knowledge or experience in legal, secretarial, lease administration, property management, or other related disciplines. Although not essential, it is preferred. Your technology skills. Strong preference for experience with Yardi Voyager, Salesforce and / or DocuSign. You’re also competent with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint). Your strong analytical and organisational skills. You’re well organised with the ability to manage and prioritise many simultaneous tasks, without compromising your excellent quality standard and attention to detail. Your great team energy. You’re a hands-on self-starter who works confidently and independently, and you also collaborate well with others. Your proactive attitude, openness to learn new systems and processes and ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels. Our vision is to be the number one gateway to urban communities. To get there, we live our values: Drive, Trust, Grow, Together.
Interim Real Estate Litigation Lawyer
Michael Page, London
Provide legal advice on real estate litigation matters.Manage a diverse caseload, ensuring all matters are handled efficiently and effectively.Act as a point of contact for clients, delivering high-quality service at all times.Collaborate with team members to develop and implement legal strategies.Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and policies.Contribute to the development of knowledge within the team.Participate in business development activities to expand the client base.Maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.A successful Interim Real Estate Litigation Lawyer should have:A law degree and a current practising certificate.Proven experience in managing complex real estate litigation matters.Strong research and analytical skills.Excellent communication and client management skills.Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
Legal Counsel - Rail Sector (London / Hybrid)
Michael Page, London
Responsibilities will include:Structuring, drafting, negotiating and advising on a wide range of commercial agreements with, amongst others, train operating companies, manufacturers, heavy maintenance suppliers and engineering consultancies;Providing pro-active and re-active legal advice to all business areas in connection with projects relating to, amongst others, the procurement, maintenance, operation, refurbishment, insurance, leasing, sale and disposal of rolling stock;Providing legal support on diversification and growth opportunities for the business;Advising on a wide range of legal issues including, amongst others, commercial contracts, regulatory, public procurement, IPR, health and safety, corporate and competition law issues;The successful candidate should be a qualified lawyer with expertise and experience in general commercial law / Engineering / IT / IP and should ideally have spent time in-house. They will be likely to be qualified in the UK or another common law jurisdiction and to have between 2 and 6 years PQE. Sponsorship is not available for this position. In addition, you will be a pragmatic individual with exceptional communication skills and the confidence to work with clients and colleagues at all levels, both lawyers and non-lawyers. You will possess a "can-do" attitude and will be keen to integrate fully into the business.
Commercial Property NQ+ Solicitor
Michael Page, Birmingham
This is a great opportunity for a solicitor to join a small but established law firm. You will be working alongside the senior commercial property lawyer on matters ranging from landlord & tenant work through to acquisitions and disposals and potentially some development work.This would suit a solicitor who is interested in working in a small firm and team. If you are looking to work in one of the large Birmingham firms then this is not the role for you.This is a great opportunity to have a hands-on role - client facing and the opportunity to go to networking events and build your profile.The team is really busy and the work is good quality. You will be trained and developed by the senior lawyer.The firm has a good/work life balance and is not a target obsessed environment.If you are looking to work in a small team on great quality work then please apply today.The role is office based with the potential for more flexibility post probation period.It's likely that you will have at least 12 months' experience in Commercial Property. You will be a UK qualified solicitor and the team is happy to speak to NQs or trainees approaching qualification in 2024. Our client will consider candidates with a range of PQE.It's likely that you have trained at a high street firm but the team are happy to speak to lawyers at larger firms looking to do something a bit different.
Employment Litigation Solicitor - Claimant - Hybrid Working
Michael Page, Birmingham
This role is working closely with the Head of Employment on contentious employment matters. The team has a busy pipeline of employment work and they are looking to add to their team - the role would perhaps suit a newly-qualified solicitor looking to learn and develop.The team focus solely on contentious matters and all from a claimant perspective.It's a role that will give you lots of autonomy whilst also benefiting from learning and development from the senior lawyer.There is likely to be hybrid working of 3 days in the office once you have settled into the firm.It's likely that you will have at least 12 months' experience in employment law either as a qualified solicitor or during your training contract. Our client will consider candidates with a range of PQE.This role focuses on claimant and contentious work so it won't suit a lawyer who is looking to work on non-contentious matters or who prefers respondent work. It might that the team pick up more non-contentious matters in due course.
PRACTICE TEAM ASSISTANT (12 MONTH FTC)
Herbert Smith Freehills, London
LONDON - EXCHANGE HOUSE/SQUARE, PRIMROSE STREET, EC2A 2EG THE OPPORTUNITY The opportunity: Primary Responsibilities: To provide support to the relevant PA team and fee earning colleagues by assisting them in the following areas: Deliver high quality, accurate work whilst managing and responding to changing and competing priorities Meet required deadlines and negotiate alternate timeframes when necessary utilising other in-house services as appropriate (e.g. Reprographics, Document Production and General Office) Implement effective telephone call management and other communication work practices. Ensure callers and other parties receive a consistent, high quality service and their expectations are managed Print, photocopy and scan relevant documents as and when required. This includes assisting with the preparation of Court/Counsel bundles, Deeds and fee earner working papers File relevant documents in electronic or hard copy files as and when required Assist with fee earner expense claims, cheque requisitions and other banking related admin in a timely manner Manage own email including timely response, filing of emails (including hard copy filing where necessary) Manage the entry of timesheets for partners (where relevant) promptly with accurate use of phase and task codes (if required) Assist with the billing administration process which may include the creation of pre-bills, editing of bills and narratives, producing bill cover letters, ebilling set-up/submission and posting onto the system as per firm policy and process Assist with making client/matter changes such as adding/amending client addresses, third party payers and making changes to agreed rates at the final billing stage Support the team with meeting the required WIP, billing and debtor's day's targets by generating client matter reports and rectifying errors and omissions when required Assist with the new business intake administration process which may include, conflict checks, file opening forms, anti-money laundering/agreed rates forms and preparing engagement letters including checking for retainers Assist with quick turnaround document work that cannot be sent to DP Assist with the organisation of event/meeting logistics such as booking conference rooms, arranging refreshments, equipment, arranging dial-in details and VC set-up and making restaurant reservations for client lunches/dinners. Assist with point to point travel bookings which may include single/return train/flight tickets, hotel and taxi bookings Assist with updating client information and relevant databases, following PA or lawyer instructions (eg, InterAction) Prepare files for archiving and manage return/retrieval of files following firm guidelines Provide ad hoc support to the group or division such as assisting with incoming mail, answering the telephones, booking couriers, organising repro/DP submissions, assisting with room moves and any other general administrative duties Adhere to firm, office and practice group policies and procedures, including those that are formal, informal, documented or verbal Take all necessary steps to ensure you are aware of correct procedures. Maintaining inquisitive, collaborative and vigilant work habits, keeping abreast of changes and developing more efficient work processes. Demonstrate this in your interactions with others Demonstrate enthusiasm and proactivity in the workplace, including participating in and contributing to secretarial group meetings, firm initiatives, focus groups, pilot groups, team building activities, learning and development sessions and other relevant activities Take responsibility for your own learning, undertake recommended training, keep up to date and comply with firm policies, adopt new or improved firm and practice group recommended work practices, and share information with others about better ways of working SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Skills, experience and qualifications: External candidates to have at least 18 months experience in an administrative role Typing speed minimum of 45 wpm with 98% accuracy Good knowledge of the Microsoft suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Good written and verbal communication skills A demonstrated ability to build effective and trusting relationships with people internally and external to the firm Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to think ahead Ability to multi-task and prioritise competing demands from multiple stakeholders Ability to respond to changing circumstances and work to meet deadlines Good attention to detail Good proof-reading skills Good problem-solving ability Strong teamwork skills Demonstrates proactivity and ability to act on own initiative GROUP / TEAM Real Estate GROUP / TEAM DESCRIPTION Group /Team description: Main areas covered | investment | development | disposals | mergers and acquisitions | leasing | joint ventures | large-scale regeneration | infrastructure and energy development projects | real estate financings and restructurings | pre-letting Key clients includes | Aberdeen Standard Investments | Almacantar | Ballymore | Blackstone | British Land | Brookfield | Canary Wharf Group | CPPIB | Goldman Sachs | GPL | Hammerson | TFL Directory rankings include | Top band for Chambers 2021 (Real Estate: Big-Ticket) | Legal 500 Real Estate Tier 1 for Investment, Development and Corporate Occupiers Our core real estate practice in London comprises 11 Partners, 5 Of Counsel and 42 Associates, and is led by Jeremy Walden. Our award winning international real estate practice has a reputation for executing the largest and most complex real estate deals with accuracy and at speed. We provide advice on all aspects of general commercial property including investment, restructuring, development, acquisitions, disposals, corporate occupiers, PPP, corporate support work and real estate finance. The group also has first-class standalone planning, dispute resolution and construction practices. Dedicated real estate group widely recognised as a market leader. Experienced in all aspects of property work for a diverse range of clients, including institutional investors, leading developers and public sector bodies. Instructed on many high-value and high-profile deals in the market, as well as handling major urban regeneration work. Widely respected for its ability to complete structured transactions that feature a blend of corporate, finance and land issues. "Rolls-Royce service," adding: "We know we're going to get well looked after there." Chambers UK 2021 The strength, reputation and diversity of our practice is demonstrated by the following current and recent highlights, advising: Aberdeen Standard Investments on numerous sales, acquisitions and financings in the UK. Allianz Real Estate on the creation of a student accommodation real estate joint venture with Greystar Real Estate Partners. Chapter Student Housing business comprises nine investment and development properties in key Central London locations. Argent Related on its major regeneration scheme for Tottenham Hale in London. British Land on their Canada Water development, on the management of Broadgate Estate and together with their joint venture partner on the sale of 5 Broadgate to CK Asset Holdings for £1billion. Brookfield on numerous UK investments and financing transactions including on the acquisition of CityPoint Tower, London and the pre-letting of 100 Bishopsgate, London. Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) on their investment into three UK development projects at Paradise Circus, Birmingham, Wellington Place, Leeds and Milton Park, Didcot, with joint venture partner Hermes Real Estate. Public Sector Pension Investment Board (PSP) on the creation of a £500 million 'build-to-rent' (BTR) residential property joint venture with Long Harbour. ROLE TYPE Legal PA/Secretarial CONTRACT TYPE Fixed Term Contract WORKING PATTERN Full Time Herbert Smith Freehills
Practice Assistant
bakermckenzieuk, London
Role purpose To provide efficient and effective administrative services to fee earners Assigned (Partners, Senior Associates, and equivalents). Main responsibilities Proactively manages and coordinates all aspects of tasks assigned (e.g. meetings, events, travel, etc.) Client intake administration (e.g. AML, engagement letters) Provides billing support to attorneys Call handling/gate-keeping Proactive complex diary management, call handling, and meeting organization for external meetings (utilizes GAS for internal meetings Manage in-box, and assist with email filing into iManage. As well as supporting hard copy filing Supports client activities and is in direct contact with clients and their assistants Proactively builds and coordinates relationships with E2E services, other BM secretaries, and teams. Utilizes and reviews materials from Service Centers to ensure efficiency and accuracy Document production for urgent jobs which are not suitable to be done by Document Services Proactively manages competing deadlines May liaise with courts and ensure the accurate development of court documentation/bundles Provides administrative support at meetings, capturing outputs and following up as needed. May be assigned specific tasks/objectives for action as outputs of the meeting Supports junior members acting as buddy/mentor Undertakes specific practice group tasks and requirements About the team Function Our Operations function supports and manages the day-to-day operations of the Firm, providing expert and in-market support regarding office management, office services and facilities, real estate management, risk management, and secretarial and administrative services. You will report to: Secretarial Services Leader Key relationships: Fee earners and business professionals within assigned practice area, finance, AML/NBI, DSC, GAS, Secretarial Services Function About the candidate Technical skills, qualifications and experience Good experience working in a legal sector or other professional services environment Proficiency gained through job-related training and work experience Strong technical capabilities across MSOffice Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Teams) Strong diary/calendar management skills Strong document management skills Ability to problem solve based on standard ways of operating Ability to manage competing tasks and demands Proactively seek to upskill Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; a team player Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Work requires continual attention to detail in completing assignments Why Join Us? Baker McKenzie is a truly global law firm. Founded in 1949, we advise many of the world's most dynamic and successful business organisations through our 13,200 people in 78 offices in 46 countries. Yet big does not mean impersonal. We work hard to ensure that everyone knows their role and has the support they need to perform it to the highest standard. Our culture encourages this - how we work, think and behave in a collaborative and fulfilling way. In London you will be part of an 950 person office, which is also our largest office globally. Originally opened in 1961, Baker McKenzie London is well established in the UK as a leading international law firm and is regularly involved in some of the country's most high-profile legal matters. We can offer you the work, pride and experience of being part of a leading law firm but in a local office environment that is hardworking, yet friendly and supportive. The strength of the firm and our culture is evidenced by a number of recent awards, including: Thomson Reuters (formerly Acritas' Sharplegal) Global Elite Law Firm Brand Index, 2010- 2022 - ranked 1st The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers 2021-2022: currently ranked 52nd Refinitiv (formerly Thomson Reuters) ranked the Firm No. 1 for cross-border deals for the last 15 years. More than 70% of our deals are cross-border. Law360 ranked the Firm as one of the 400 Largest US Law Firms in in its annual survey in 2022. Identified as one of the Hall of Fame for best law firms for women by Working Mother magazine, 2011-2021. Received a Gold Award on Stonewall's 2022 Global Workplace Equality Index of Top Global Employers for LGBTQ+ people Ranked as one of the Top 10 Employers in the 2022 Social Mobility Employer Index. Received Double Certification for earning top marks in the 2022 Corporate Equality Index and Equidad MX of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. Winner of the Europe Mentorship Programme - International Firm award in the Euromoney Women in Business Law Europe Awards 2021 In 2022, we won Career Development International Firm, Diverse Women Lawyers International Firm, Work-Life Balance International Firm, Innovative International Firm of the Year and Women in Business International law firm (WIBL Asia). Baker McKenzie has been awarded "Women in Business Law Firm of the Year" and "Career Development Firm of the Year" at the inaugural Euromoney Women in Business Law Global Awards 2022. Have a look at our YouTube channel to find out more about us! To Apply At Baker McKenzie we welcome direct applications. Please click on the Apply icon to start the online application process for this role. We will then be in touch with you once we have reviewed your application. For more information about this position or to discuss any adjustments you may require during the process please contact in confidence, Marian Barber, Secretarial Services Leader, on +442079191232 or [email protected] Plese review our Applicant Privacy Notice here NO AGENCIES PLEASE Please note Baker McKenzie does not accept unsolicited CVs. Please click here for details of our Agency Policy and commitment to sourcing directly. Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity As the first truly global law firm, diversity and inclusion are foundational to our culture and strategic vision. We are a Firm of individuals from across the globe with different backgrounds, ideas, and points of view who collegially work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple perspectives come from many sources, including the diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, parental status, education, social background and life experience of our people. Our global strategy is focused on our people, our culture, our clients and the communities where we operate. In 2019 we enacted ambitious new targets related to gender, racial and ethnic diversity at the Firm. These targets are viewed as a floor, not a ceiling, to advancing underrepresented groups, and they are backed by a variety of strategic initiatives aimed at achieving our goals. Our strategic vision is supported in London by six active employee led networks which champion diversity, lead on a number of internal campaigns and deliver a range of activity to celebrate differences in identity, inclusion, and key dates throughout the year including: LGBT+ History Month, International Women's Day, International Trans Day of Visibility, Mental Health Awareness Week, Pride, Black History Month, Social Mobility Week, International Day of Disabled Persons and many more! Baker McKenzie London has been accredited by Disability Confident, joining over 18,000 organisations that have signed up to help change behaviours and cultures in businesses, networks and communities and reap the benefits of inclusive recruitment practices.
Receptionist - Front of House
bakermckenzieuk, London
Role Purpose To join our Front of House team permanently with a shift pattern from Monday - Friday (07.30 - 18:00). Occasional late shift cover may be required (13.30 - 21.30). The Front of House team is responsible for providing a standard of excellence for client care services to all visitors and callers. As the face and voice of the Firm and the first point of contact for clients and staff, this is a key hire for the London office. The role holder will have a mobile approach working on our ground-floor and 12th-floor client reception desks, greeting visitors positively, and dealing with administrative tasks in a professional manner. They will be dealing with client telephone queries whilst providing first-class service and knowledge to callers, data input, and booking of meeting room requests. The role holder should ideally thrive in a people-driven environment, enjoy challenges, have high attention to detail, and enjoy delivering an exceptional client experience. Main Responsibilities Provide a high level of client care in all activities, demonstrating professionalism and attention to detail at all times for all visitors to the building Act as an ambassador with full knowledge and rotational service support to both the Ground Floor main reception and 12th Floor client floor Deal with all clients, either in person or via the telephone, in a courteous and highly professional manner delivering strong client care Fully adhere to agreed standards and procedures for all tasks undertaken including Health & Safety, event management support, and security team assistance Activate and provide support to both employees and visitors with any app queries including use of temp cards etc. Update and check daily conference room bookings and advanced meetings in readiness for required standards Book any concierge requests - Flowers, gifts, etc, per the instructions given, and ensure adequate records are kept Ensure that the conference rooms and front of house areas are kept tidy and in good working order to the required standard Deal with client admin requests etc., promptly and per the instructions given Deal with administrative tasks as and when required. Participate in Team Meetings and provide regular feedback Conduct 1:1 meetings with the Manager to ensure work efficiency and personal development All team members are required to be fire wardens and have security awareness training About the team Function Our Operations function supports and manages the day-to-day operations of the Firm, providing expert and in-market support regarding office management, office services and facilities, real estate management, risk management, and secretarial and administrative services. This role will report to Front of House Manager. The key relationships for this role are all employees and external clients. About the candidate Technical skills, qualifications and experience PC literate including, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Manage room bookings via a dedicated application Previous Law firm or professional services experience recommended Solid demonstration of excellent client care First-class communication skills with positive interaction with clients/staff Culture of Friendship Accountability and problem-solving skills Ability to work under pressure with a calm disposition Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work unsupervised Proactive and able to provide a client-focused service Excellent telephone manner Smart and professional in appearance Displays emotional intelligence, sensitivity, and confidentiality at all times Good timekeeping Willingness & enthusiasm Ability to work as part of a team, flexible & helpful approach to work Willing to be flexible and agile in terms of work allocated Highly motivated, resilient, and proactive Willingness to become a first aider Respects and enjoys the diversity of cultural, social, and academic backgrounds found in the Firm Personal qualities These personal qualities represent the shared characteristics of high performers across Baker McKenzie, regardless of job level and location. Know how Keeps across key developments in all relevant areas and demonstrates the ability to develop substantive authority in relation to the Firm's specialist fields Demonstrates the ability to identify the real issue, and to anticipate requirements and potential consequences; distils a range of possibilities by thinking in a considered, prudent manner Able to move through a variety of tasks requiring different approaches, knowledge, and expertise, with agility of mind and capacity for analysis and synthesis Dedication Driven by a strong personal sense of integrity and upholds exemplary quality standards Prepares thoroughly, takes responsibility, uses initiative and is self reliant to ensure work progresses to the fullest extent possible Hardworking and diligent with a keen understanding of client demands Demonstrates composure when dealing with difficult situations Personal Impact Creates a positive impression at all times; develops relationships through collaboration and reciprocity Negotiates to achieve outcomes that are mutually satisfactory; shows good judgement on when to stand strong and when to compromise Invests in, nurtures and builds a network of productive relationships Humanity Respectful to others, regardless of their position, and earns the respect of others by being transparent Has care and concern for others and a genuine interest in others as people Treats delicate or confidential issues with grace and discretion. Why Join Us? Baker McKenzie is a truly global law firm. Founded in 1949, we advise many of the world's most dynamic and successful business organisations through our 13,200 people in 78 offices in 46 countries. Yet big does not mean impersonal. We work hard to ensure that everyone knows their role and has the support they need to perform it to the highest standard. Our culture encourages this - how we work, think and behave in a collaborative and fulfilling way. In London you will be part of an 950 person office, which is also our largest office globally. Originally opened in 1961, Baker McKenzie London is well established in the UK as a leading international law firm and is regularly involved in some of the country's most high-profile legal matters. We can offer you the work, pride and experience of being part of a leading law firm but in a local office environment that is hardworking, yet friendly and supportive. The strength of the firm and our culture is evidenced by a number of recent awards, including: Thomson Reuters (formerly Acritas' Sharplegal) Global Elite Law Firm Brand Index, 2010- 2022 - ranked 1st The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers 2021-2022: currently ranked 52nd Refinitiv (formerly Thomson Reuters) ranked the Firm No. 1 for cross-border deals for the last 15 years. More than 70% of our deals are cross-border. Law360 ranked the Firm as one of the 400 Largest US Law Firms in in its annual survey in 2022. Identified as one of the Hall of Fame for best law firms for women by Working Mother magazine, 2011-2021. Received a Gold Award on Stonewall's 2022 Global Workplace Equality Index of Top Global Employers for LGBTQ+ people Ranked as one of the Top 10 Employers in the 2022 Social Mobility Employer Index. Received Double Certification for earning top marks in the 2022 Corporate Equality Index and Equidad MX of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. Winner of the Europe Mentorship Programme - International Firm award in the Euromoney Women in Business Law Europe Awards 2021 In 2022, we won Career Development International Firm, Diverse Women Lawyers International Firm, Work-Life Balance International Firm, Innovative International Firm of the Year and Women in Business International law firm (WIBL Asia). Baker McKenzie has been awarded "Women in Business Law Firm of the Year" and "Career Development Firm of the Year" at the inaugural Euromoney Women in Business Law Global Awards 2022. Have a look at our YouTube channel to find out more about us! To Apply Please click on the Apply icon to start the online application process for this role. We will then be in touch with you once we have reviewed your application. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the Recruitment Team on either 020 7919 1000 or [email protected] For more information about this position or to discuss any adjustments you may require during the process please contact in confidence, Vanessa Renforth (Recruitment Manager) at +442070725731 or [email protected] Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice here NO AGENCIES PLEASE Please note Baker McKenzie does not accept unsolicited CVs. Please click here for details of our Agency Policy and commitment to sourcing directly. Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity As the first truly global law firm, diversity and inclusion are foundational to our culture and strategic vision. We are a Firm of individuals from across the globe with different backgrounds, ideas, and points of view who collegially work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple perspectives come from many sources, including the diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, parental status, education, social background and life experience of our people. Our global strategy is focused on our people, our culture, our clients and the communities where we operate. In 2019 we enacted ambitious new targets related to gender, racial and ethnic diversity at the Firm. These targets are viewed as a floor, not a ceiling, to advancing underrepresented groups, and they are backed by a variety of strategic initiatives aimed at achieving our goals. Our strategic vision is supported in London by six active employee led networks which champion diversity, lead on a number of internal campaigns and deliver a range of activity to celebrate differences in identity, inclusion, and key dates throughout the year including: LGBT+ History Month, International Women's Day, International Trans Day of Visibility, Mental Health Awareness Week, Pride, Black History Month, Social Mobility Week, International Day of Disabled Persons and many more! Baker McKenzie London has been accredited by Disability Confident, joining over 18,000 organisations that have signed up to help change behaviours and cultures in businesses, networks and communities and reap the benefits of inclusive recruitment practices.