Legal Administrative Assistant – M&A Team

About the role

This position supports a high‑performing M&A team within a globally recognized professional services firm. The Legal Administrative Assistant will work in a fast‑paced transactional environment, providing critical administrative and document‑management support to senior attorneys.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and format complex legal and transactional documents using Microsoft Word and related Office tools.
• Proofread documents for accuracy, formatting consistency, and completeness.
• Coordinate attorney calendars, meetings, conference calls, and travel arrangements.
• Open new matters, conduct conflict checks, and maintain accurate client and matter records.
• Handle time entry, expense reporting, and billing coordination.
• Support file management, including records maintenance and file closing procedures.
• Provide professional communication support for clients, attorneys, and internal teams.
• Manage high‑volume phone and email communications with discretion.
• Collaborate with administrative team members to ensure seamless support coverage.
• Assist with additional operational and administrative tasks as needed.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years of high‑level legal or executive administrative experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility to work overtime when business needs require.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint

What we offer

• Competitive compensation (up to $105,000 per year).
• Exposure to sophisticated, high‑profile transactional legal work.
• Collaborative and professional team environment.
• Opportunities for long‑term career growth and development.
• Comprehensive benefits package.