Operations Assistant

This is an exciting opportunity to support a high-performing, recognised professional services firm which is led by award-winning international lawyers who have worked with some of the world’s largest international businesses, corporates and UHNWs from major cities all over the world.

Such clients include tier-1 global investment banks, energy firms, exchanges, brokerages, fund managers, fintechs and regulatory bodies.

The firm’s work spans multiple industries and the firm is particularly well-known for its expertise in three specific industry sectors: (i) Financial Services, including investment banking, funds and fintechs; (ii) Commodities, including energy and metals; and (iii) Technology, including blockchain, Metaverse and AI.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting the launch of new businesses and the expansion of existing major businesses into new regions around the world;

Supporting and liaising with clients, stakeholders, C-suite executives and counterparties which may include many of the world's largest financial institutions, high-profile media figures and Ultra High Net Worth individuals;

Attending meetings with international clients;

Coordinate across time zones for client meetings, legal proceedings, and internal reviews;

Assisting with day-to-day operational processes across departments;

Assisting in review of documents, presentations and internal reports;

Building relationships with new clients and onboarding new clients, including file opening, conflict checks, induction checklists;

Supporting and delivering internal training and workshops;

Supporting resource allocation; and

Preparing reports and management materials in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Essential Skills and Experience

Minimum qualifications include an undergraduate degree (or higher qualifications) from a respected university in a major city;

Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written) are essential – this will be tested;

Strong attention to detail and a focus on accuracy;

Excellent organisational and time management skills;

Strong research skills with the ability to follow detailed instructions and produce complex findings;

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);

Willingness to adapt to requirements of international professional services firms and international clients by adapting to either the Dubai (Gulf Standard Time) or London (British Summer Time) time-zone; and

Private access to a solid and reliable internet connection.

Character

Characteristics such as honesty, integrity, reliability, accountability and commitment are highly valued. Our clients include some ultra-high net worth and famous individuals. Our business clients include well known brand names and major institutions which sometimes feature in the mainstream media. Our work sometimes hits the headlines and when we work on the launch of innovative new products and businesses, there is often intellectual property or data of a sensitive nature with which we may be entrusted. For these reasons, we pride ourselves on ensuring that our people are high calibre and of good character. When considering candidates, we also value enthusiasm, a strong work ethic, demonstrable care and a willingness to go above and beyond for clients.

Flexibility

Whilst we have offices in multiple cities including Dubai and London, you are able to perform this role on a remote basis if you happen to be located in any other city in the world. Our clients are located all over the world so you can join many meetings virtually if you are not able to join them in person.

Next Steps To register interest, please submit your CV to Nazia Zaidi or GCC Team

Your CV MUST include the following information: your full legal name, contact details, location, educational history (all educational institutions, including years attended and physical location), qualifications obtained (including all grades), any language skills (including level of proficiency in each language) and work history (including job titles, company names, locations, dates, whether role was remunerated or not and whether role was performed remotely or in-person).

Preferred Skills and Experience

Previous experience in a similar role within a London or New York based professional services firm or corporate environment is preferred (though not essential); and

Foreign language skills are not essential but may be advantageous, as we work with international clients.