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You will take ownership of workflows from inception through to completion, collaborating with wider support teams including Document Production, Business Development, Marketing and Legal Support to ensure exceptional service delivery.\nThe successful candidate will be highly organised, client-focused and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced professional services environment.\nKey Responsibilities\nClient & Stakeholder Support\nBuild strong working relationships with Partners, fee earners and clients, acting as a trusted point of contact.\nManage client communications professionally and efficiently, handling queries, calls and correspondence where appropriate.\nMaintain an excellent understanding of key clients, their requirements and relationship protocols.\nSupport business development initiatives, including client events, tenders, pitches, directory submissions and presentations.\nWork closely with Business Development teams to maintain accurate client and contact information within the firm's CRM system.\nSupport fee earners in maintaining professional profiles, credentials and business development materials.\nAdministrative & Organisational Support\nProactively manage complex diaries, meetings, travel arrangements and scheduling requirements.\nCoordinate meeting logistics, prepare agendas, circulate papers and follow up on actions.\nOpen and close client matters, ensuring compliance requirements are completed accurately and on time.\nMonitor key client and matter deadlines, ensuring all actions are tracked and progressed appropriately.\nPrepare, format and quality-check a range of legal and business documents using firm systems and document production resources.\nProduce reports, presentations, spreadsheets and client-facing materials to a high standard.\nAssist with the organisation of internal and external events, seminars, training sessions and conferences.\nManage email inboxes, correspondence and documentation, ensuring matters are appropriately prioritised and actioned.\nWorkflow & Matter Management\nTake ownership of work allocation and task management, ensuring deadlines and service standards are consistently achieved.\nCoordinate support from wider business services teams, including Document Production and administrative support functions.\nMaintain accurate client and matter information within firm systems and databases.\nAssist with the management of virtual data rooms and client documentation throughout matter lifecycles.\nUndertake online filings, searches and administrative submissions where required.\nEnsure compliance with firm policies, procedures and client-specific requirements at all times.\nTeam & Collaboration\nCollaborate effectively with Practice Assistants, Team Assistants and other Business Services teams to deliver a seamless service.\nProvide support and cover for colleagues as required.\nContribute positively to team initiatives, process improvements and best practice sharing.\nAttend team meetings and maintain effective communication with Legal Support Managers and stakeholders.\nSupport the development of a collaborative, client-focused and high-performing team culture.\nSkills & Experience\nEssential\nPrevious experience in a legal, professional services or corporate support environment.\nProven ability to provide high-level administrative and organisational support to senior stakeholders.\nStrong client service mindset with a commitment to delivering an exceptional experience.\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.\nStrong problem-solving skills with the ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement.\nHighly organised with excellent attention to detail.\nAbility to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.\nProfessional, discreet and able to handle confidential information appropriately.\nPositive, adaptable and proactive approach to work.\nTechnical Skills\nAdvanced Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.\nExperience using document management and case management systems.\nStrong document production, formatting and quality control capabilities.\nExperience using CRM systems and maintaining client data.\nConfidence in learning and adopting new technologies and systems.\nThe Firm\nWhen you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.\nOur Commitment\nClyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. 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