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Job Title: Legal PA – Licensing  Ready to take your career to the next level? We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us, and let’s shape the future together. Being refreshingly human starts with how we hire. We believe a diverse mix of perspectives makes us stronger - not just as a business, but in creating a culture where we all feel we truly belong and can thrive. That’s why we’re committed to removing barriers and creating fair opportunities for everyone. * We are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not currently accepting applications from recruitment agencies. ________________________________________ The role in 60 seconds Role: Legal PA Team : Licensing – Foot Anstey McKees Location:  Belfast Working Pattern: Full-time Why it matters: Being a part of a team with ambitious growth plans, you'll play a pivotal role delivering essential secretarial and administrative assistance that contributes directly to the group’s success. ________________________________________ What you'll do: In this role, you’ll:  Provide day-to-day administrative and secretarial support to the legal team. Prepare, format and amend documents, correspondence and reports using Microsoft Office. Assist with digital filing, document management and maintaining accurate records. Assist with opening new matters and completing administrative processes in line with firm procedures. Support colleagues with a range of administrative tasks and learn new systems and processes. ________________________________________ What we’re looking for Previous administrative or secretarial experience is desirable but not essential. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Good organisational skills and strong attention to detail. A working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel. A positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop. The ability to prioritise work and build effective working relationships. A professional, reliable and flexible approach. ________________________________________ What if I don't tick every box? We're not box tickers. We appreciate the need for everyone to find a role that challenges them and gives them room for growth. If you bring transferable skills and a fresh perspective, we’d love to hear from you. If this role excites you and you have the skills to succeed, we encourage you to apply. ________________________________________ Join a seriously ambitious firm At Foot Anstey McKees, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out: An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark. A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises. A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative. A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities. Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals. In June 2025 McKees joined forces with Foot Anstey enabling us to better support our clients and create more opportunities for our employees. ________________________________________ Progressive benefits tailored to you We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including: Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus. Employee sabbaticals Enhanced parental leave policies. Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships). An o