Legal Assistant, New Business - 6 Months FTC - Elite US Firm

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make your mark in a leading global law firm? This 6-month full-time contract position within the Conflicts & New Business Team offers the chance to be part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your contributions are valued from day one.

Why Apply?

Boost Your Career: This six-month contract offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a leading global law firm, enhancing your CV and expanding your professional network in the legal industry.

Opportunity to Learn and Grow: With direct involvement in new business intake and conflicts management, this role provides a steep learning curve and an opportunity to develop specialised skills in legal compliance and risk management.

Gateway to Future Opportunities: Completing a contract at a prestigious law firm can open doors to future permanent roles, both within the firm and elsewhere, as you demonstrate your capabilities in a challenging environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support to the Conflicts and New Business Team, including data maintenance for client and matter records, activating new matters, and reactivating dormant ones.

• Deliver administrative assistance to team leadership, such as managing emails, archiving documents, maintaining contact lists, and handling telephone coverage.

• Manage conflict search requests, track and finalise additional-party requests, monitor compliance statuses, and update conflicts databases and internal policy sites.

• Assist with the processing and distribution of new business materials, coordinate follow-ups on pending information, and handle requests for administrative tracking numbers and basic conflict searches.

   

With a salary of up to £42k pro rata, this role would suit a proactive individual with experience in law firm compliance or legal administration who excels in fast-paced settings. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, managing data efficiently, and excellent organisational and time-management skills. Effective communication, calmness under pressure, and a client-focused approach are essential, along with sound judgement and initiative. A degree or equivalent qualification and a keen interest in conflicts or risk environments will help you thrive in this team-oriented role.

Apply now to become an essential part of this dynamic team.