Legal Administrative Assistant in Belfast

We are seeking a talented individual to join our team at Marsh. This role will be based in the Belfast office and follows a hybrid working model, requiring three days per week in the office.

Building on the continued success of our Commercial Legal Team in Belfast, we are inviting applications for a Legal Administrative Assistant to join our well-regarded and high-performing legal team. This position will provide support to both the London and Belfast Legal teams.

In this position, you will deliver vital administrative support, with a primary responsibility for managing the UK Legal mailbox. Additionally, you will occasionally assist colleagues with a range of administrative duties.

We will rely on you to:

• Manage and oversee all aspects of the UK Legal Inbox.
• Review incoming emails and other documents as directed, promptly distributing them to the appropriate recipients within the UK Legal team.
• Escalate matters in line with internal processes when required.
• Maintain correspondence and data files to ensure accurate and reliable recordkeeping.
• Prepare reports and documents that highlight metrics and trends derived from legal inbox data, using PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Always maintain strict confidentiality, particularly when handling sensitive information.
• Occasionally assist the broader Legal team with internal projects and initiatives.

What you need to have:

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook for email management, as well as PowerPoint and Excel for presentation support.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Self-driven and proactive, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Minimum of one year of experience providing administrative support in a professional environment.

What makes you stand out:

• Minimum of two years of experience providing administrative support in a fast-paced, professional environment, preferably within the legal sector.
• The ability to remain calm and organised under pressure and effectively manage stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in the legal sector with an understanding of commercial matters in particular.
• High proficiency in using Microsoft products, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, to efficiently perform daily tasks and support team collaboration.

Why join our team:

We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leaders. We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact for colleagues, clients, and communities. Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.