Administrative Assistant ( EMEA Legal Team) 9 Month Contract Manchester Hybrid Working Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. We are happy to be recruiting for one of our high-profile Banking clients. They are currently looking for an Administrative Assistant to support their EMEA Legal team on an initial 9-month contract. However, there may be scope for extension. Role Requirements: Support a large team (>10 people) including attorneys and other legal professionals of the Legal Department up to and including senior executives across multiple practice areas. Daily interaction with...

Your new firm Our client is a well respected national law firm with a strong reputation for advising major private and public sector organisations on complex commercial, digital and technology matters. The firm is recognised for delivering high quality work across a range of industries, including advanced manufacturing, energy transition, life sciences, transport, defence and digital transformation. With a culture that places real value on collaboration, professional development and wellbeing, the firm offers the blend of a supportive environment with the calibre of work typically found in larger City practices. Investment in people, innovation and growth remains a central focus, enabling lawyers to build long term, fulfilling careers. Your new role This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial and Digital Lawyer to join a thriving and progressive team in Southampton. You will handle a wide variety of commercial and technology work, including advising on major digital...

Department: Wills, Trusts & Probate - HYBRID Purpose & Objective of the Job: Provide clear, competent, and efficient advice to Private Clients. Supervise, support, and train a team of Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Successfully lead the delivery of team Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities: Technical Competency: Advise clients on: Drafting Wills Asset protection trusts in Wills Letters of Wishes Lasting Powers of Attorney Operational Competency: Supervise and assist in training less experienced Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Develop and utilize systems for workflow and case management to ensure efficient legal service delivery and excellent customer care. Oversee team performance targets and undertake other duties as directed by the Partners and Head of Department (HoD). Maintain exceptional standards of quality and client care: Adhere to all policies and procedures in the Staff Handbook. Identify...

Department: Wills, Trusts & Probate - HYBRID Purpose & Objective of the Job: Provide clear, competent, and efficient advice to Private Clients. Supervise, support, and train a team of Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Successfully lead the delivery of team Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities: Technical Competency: Advise clients on: Drafting Wills Asset protection trusts in Wills Letters of Wishes Lasting Powers of Attorney Operational Competency: Supervise and assist in training less experienced Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Develop and utilize systems for workflow and case management to ensure efficient legal service delivery and excellent customer care. Oversee team performance targets and undertake other duties as directed by the Partners and Head of Department (HoD). Maintain exceptional standards of quality and client care: Adhere to all policies and procedures in the Staff Handbook. Identify and...