Legal Secretary – Legal Support Specialist

About the role

Jones Day is seeking a Legal Secretary to provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to partners and other legal professionals. The role involves handling receptionist duties, managing correspondence, and assisting with ad-hoc assignments in a fast-paced, international law-firm environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide top-quality secretarial support to partners, including drafting, filing and managing legal documents.
• Perform receptionist duties, answer calls and greet visitors.
• Coordinate schedules, arrange meetings and manage travel logistics.
• Assist with ad-hoc administrative tasks and special projects as required.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree holder.
• 1-2 years of legal secretarial experience, preferably in an international law firm; fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply.
• Strong team player with the ability to build good working relationships.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Required skills

• Excellent written and oral communication in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
• Proficient computer skills, including standard office software.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development within a global law firm.
• A stimulating work environment that encourages teamwork and excellence.