Legal Secretary

Dechert, a leading international law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Singapore office. This is an excellent role for candidate who is highly organised, discreet, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to senior partners and fee-earners, including diary and calendar management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements
• Draft, format, and proofread correspondence, memoranda, and other documents
• Manage incoming calls, emails, and enquiries, exercising judgment in prioritisation and escalation
• Coordinate client matters, including file opening, billing support, and liaison with internal practice groups
• Prepare expense claims and reconcile invoices
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (partners, associates, business services teams) and external contacts (clients, vendors, regulators) in a professional manner
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of discretion
• Support ad hoc projects and firm-wide initiatives as required

Requirements

• At least 3 years of secretarial experience within a law firm or professional services environment
• Proven experience supporting senior leadership (e.g. partners, directors, or equivalent)
• Professional fluency in written and spoken English and Korean, as the role involves regular communication with Korean clients and stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail
• A proactive, can-do attitude with the ability to work independently

Agency: Lumiere Search Pte. Ltd. (Licence: 24S2198)
Personnel: Low Sue Yeung (Reg: R1987324)