Al Goodbody·13 days ago
Environmental and Planning Team
A&L Goodbody's Environmental & Planning law group is the largest such specialist team in Ireland, and a recognised market leader. Established over 30 years ago, our combined Dublin and Belfast 12 strong team provide integrated planning, environment and health and safety law advice to domestic and international corporates, State bodies, local authorities, government, private developers and financial institutions. We advise clients in a range of sectors including pharmaceutical, manufacturing, renewable energy, construction and property development (including in the area of compulsory purchase orders), transport, retail, professional services, technology and waste. We routinely advise clients on the impact of climate change, the European Green Deal and Irish climate change law on their developments, investments and strategies.
The Role - Background and experience:
We are seeking a Personal Assistant (PA) which offers an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to work with a busy and approachable team, alongside other PAs in Ireland’s leading law firm.
The PA will be responsible for providing an end-to-end legal secretarial service for a partner and other lawyers. This is an ideal role for a high organised and enthusiastic PA who enjoys working with a broad spectrum of people across an organisation.
The ideal candidate will have:
The role will include:
· Extensive diary and email management: proactively monitoring, triaging and taking action where appropriate
· Taking ownership of monthly invoicing ensuring accurate compliance with client requirements
· Assisting with client on-boarding procedures and processes, arranging Letters of Engagement and maintaining e-files
· Managing travel arrangements and accommodation requirements for partners and other team members
· Supporting business development administration and maintaining Client Relationship Database
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant document management systems (i.e. iManage platform)
· Collaborating/liaising with department lawyers and others, collaborating with cross-departmental teams
A competitive remuneration package
The Firm
A&L Goodbody (ALG) is a leading Irish law firm with five international offices in Dublin, Belfast, London, New York and San Francisco. There are currently 120 partners and over 900 employees. The strong international and domestic business community in Ireland forms a valuable part of the ALG client base. ALG is incredibly proud to be recognised as the leading Irish law firm in the Chambers and Partners Europe 2024 Guide with the highest number of Band 1 practice area rankings. ALG is also ranked as a 'top tier' law firm in The Legal 500 EMEA Guide 2024 and the IFLR1000 Guide 2024. The firm is consistently ranked number one in the Irish market and on a European level.
A sample of other recent notable awards include:
ALG has a reputation for leading the way in continuously developing its service to clients and internally to its business. This is delivered through the use of new processes, ways of working, innovative use of technology and marketing-leading business service teams.
Accessibility
If you require any accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us and we will work with you to ensure the best possible candidate experience.
We value a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunities employer.