Personal Assistant
We are seeking a Personal Assistant (PA) to join our Belfast office. The role of a PA at A&L Goodbody provides an opportunity for involvement in complex, fast-paced matters and projects while working with an international client base. Our PAs provide essential administrative support to Partners and Fee Earners, working collaboratively as part of a wider team to ensure seamless service delivery to clients and contribute to the continued success of the Firm.
· Providing efficient administrative support to Fee Earners, including the preparation of high-quality documents, proposals and presentations;
· Fast and accurate document production across a range of matters;
· Onboarding new clients while adhering to the Firm's compliance procedures;
· Extensive diary management using Microsoft Outlook;
· Booking conferences, travel and accommodation using travel management software;
· Supporting Fee Earners with invoicing, including preparing, issuing and following up on outstanding invoices;
· Assisting with other ad hoc administrative and project requirements;
· Providing proactive support across teams and business areas as required, including occasional reception cover.
Requirements
We are looking for a team player who is keen to add value and who will actively engage with our culture and core values.
Essential
- 2+ years' experience working as a PA in a professional services or partnership environment;
- Current working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and digital dictation;
- A proactive, professional, can-do attitude with exceptional attention to detail and pride in delivering high-quality work.
Desirable
- Experience using time recording and invoicing systems such as Expert;
- Experience with matter inception processes and document management systems such as Intapp Open or iManage;
- The ability to create presentation materials in line with the ALG Way communication style.
- Experience using digital dictation systems such as BigHand;
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:
· Awarded the prestigious Company of the Year award at the National Diversity & Inclusion Awards 2025 hosted by the Irish Centre for Diversity.
· UK top ranked law firm 2025 – UK Chambers
· Tier 1 UK Law Firm – Legal500
· Best in Professional Services 2024 – Women in Business NI
· Recognised by Mergermarket as the #1 M&A legal advisor in Ireland by deal volume for 2024
· Winner of the Best Client Service Award by the Lawyer European Awards
· Future of Legal Services Innovation Award winners 2024
· Awarded the Investors in Diversity Silver Mark in 2024 by the Irish Centre for Diversity
· Most Popular Graduate Recruiter in Law 2024 by GradIreland (for 13 consecutive years)
· Law firm of the year – Republic of Ireland 2023 at The Lawyer European Awards
· Irish Law Firm of the Year 2023 at the Chambers Europe Awards
· One of the top 50 most innovative law firms in Europe 2023 by the Financial Times
· Best client support 2023 by the Managing Partners Forum
· Business Working Responsibly Mark 2023
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.
A&L Goodbody offers you the opportunity to advance your career and develop your expertise. We provide a supportive environment which encourages our people to achieve their ambitions.
ALG is an equal opportunities employer. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, including those who wish to be considered for part-time working or job-sharing arrangements.
Accessibility
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.
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