Role Description: Legal Secretary (full-time)
About the Firm:
Birdi Group derives from the brainchild and passion-project of Kush and Leena Birdi – two lawyers who wanted to create a firm where they could do the work they loved, but in an environment that inspired them (as well as others).
The two share a philosophy – a philosophy they call “Infectious Enthusiasm”. They believe that high-quality work is a given, but it’s the attitude you adopt in work (and life) that matters most. It’s what delivers real value and helps to cultivate long-lasting client relationships. It’s the more human element of the lawyer / client dynamic that they felt too often got lost, but is the thing that leaves the longest impression once a project is closed.
At Birdi Group, there is a real desire to ensure that every client who walks through the door is met with positivity, passion and energy. That the client feels a genuine curiosity and empathy for their vision – and that with the right mindset, together we can make amazing things happen.
“Infectious Enthusiasm” is the beating heart of Birdi Group and is what has helped the firm develop a reputation, not just for excellent technical work, but for being a genuinely enjoyable firm to work with.
It’s what has become known as The Birdi Way.
About the Candidate
The successful candidate will play a key role in assisting the team/lawyers and work on a wide range of legal and office managerial related tasks. This role would be ideal for an organised, hard-working individual with a ‘can-do’ attitude but also someone that is looking to contribute to a fast-growing law firm that is changing the way law firms are perceived. You will be working in a supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Role Responsibilities:
- Diary management
- Maintaining the firm’s sales CRM on a daily basis
- Assisting with client onboarding, including opening client files
- Assisting the team with Client Due Diligence (CDD) checks and reviewing the results
- Assisting with resolving residual client balances and matter closing
- Assisting the team with administrative duties such as drafting letters, reviewing documents, sending documents via DocuSign, billing tasks and client-matter admin / filings (non-exhaustive list)
- Printing, copying and scanning
- Scanning and distributing all incoming and outgoing post
- Manage and replenish office stationery
- Ad hoc administrative tasks and responsibilities
- You may also, from time to time, be asked to help organise staff and firm events
Ideal Candidate:
- Previous experience in a secretarial or administrative role
- Proficiency in office applications, such as MS Word and Excel
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
- Able to use your initiative and solve problems independently
- Able to work effectively under pressure
- Be enthusiastic and flexible with a team approach to working
- Trustworthy and honest
We pride ourselves on offering an outstanding service to our clients. Our goal is to help our clients grow and provide access to trusted advisors for life.
Salary:
We are offering:
- a competitive base salary.
- participation in the firm’s bonus and incentive schemes.
- 25 days’ annual leave.
This role will be office-based with hybrid working opportunities. Our main office space is in Liverpool Street, London.