LEGAL ASSISTANT / FILINGS SPECIALIST - GENEVA

We are looking for a dedicated, bright, and motivated Legal Assistant who has specialist experience in the filing of legal submissions, particularly with arbitral tribunals and/or Swiss courts. This role would suit an experienced a Legal Assistant, Paralegal, Jurist, Clerk or equivalent The successful candidate will be based in our Geneva office, working in French and English as part of a cross-office and cross-departmental   team. If you have an excellent attention to detail, a proactive approach, and a real desire to be part of a dynamic international disputes-focussed practice then we look forward to hearing from you. 

Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the filing of submissions with arbitral tribunals and Swiss courts, including document formatting, cite checking, preparation of electronic and hard-copy documents, and translation work.
• Supporting hearing preparations, especially in arbitral tribunals.
• Assisting lawyers with document management, deadline management, procedural requirements and case preparation.
• Handling administrative and organisational tasks and providing general administrative support to lawyers, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements, filing expense reports, and handling incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Drafting and proofreading of correspondence and legal documents in French and English.
• Managing the administration of client files, including physical and electronic filing and archiving.

What we are looking for:

• Proven experience in the filing of legal submissions, especially in Swiss courts and/or international arbitral tribunals.
• Excellent accuracy and a keen eye for detail.
• Rigorous organisational skills, and a strong ability to prioritise. 
• Responsive, pro-active, with a strong ownership of tasks and responsibilities; able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment. 
• Experience in providing administrative support and managing multiple tasks.

 
Ideally you will have 3+ years’ experience gained a similar role, as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal or equivalent. You will be fluent in English and French, and having business-level German would be a real advantage. You must be a confident and competent IT user, especially with Microsoft Office. Ideally you will also have experience in using Exhibit Manager.
 
If you are interested in joining our dynamic international team, please submit your application documents (CV and cover letter) here addressed to Leslie Brasseur, HR Manager. For any questions regarding this role please email [email protected]. Only direct applications through our recruitment platform considered.