Overview
Executive Legal Secretary – Dispute Resolution – 1 Year Fixed Term Contract Jobs in Cayman Islands at Ogier
Title: Executive Legal Secretary – Dispute Resolution – 1 Year Fixed Term Contract
Company: Ogier
Location: Cayman Islands
Application Deadline: 13 June 2025
Department: Global Support Team (secretarial & administration support)
Location: Cayman
Compensation: $75,000 – $95,000 / year
Description
Are you the type of person who likes to make a positive impact in the work lives of others?
Are you a problem solving, positive force for good who is proactive and detail oriented?
Can you handle multiple projects and priorities with grace and style?
If you answered yes to the above then we want to talk to you!
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and amend various documents and correspondence;
Prepare court bundles and documents to conform with Court’s requirements;
Ensure timely and accurate filing of e-mails and documents in their respective matter to worksite;
Create comprehensive hard copy files and e-bundles as required;
Conduct searches for Court Rules and Case Precedents in Knowledge Management Support;
Act as first point of contact for all operational process queries and assist with providing practical/refresher training to other secretaries and fee earners;
Prepare conflict checks, undertake and complete file opening procedures and assist with CDD requirements;
Assist with the team’s archiving process;
Organise and coordinate business travel (as required);
Enter and maintain fee earners business development contacts, activities and client information in Interaction and Aderant;
Bill invoices as necessary; and
Any other duties as assigned in support of the firm.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
3-5 years’ work experience as a Legal Secretary/Executive Secretary within a similar environment;
Experience in drafting legal or other professional correspondence;
Experience with administrative support of matters relating to Section 238 dissenting shareholder fair value positions is a plus;
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with an above average typing speed;
Demonstrated ability to effectively liaise with 3rd parties including clients;
Experience in working to tight reporting deadlines and meeting demanding client obligations;
Superior organisational skills and a proven ability to work effectively in a team as well as on own initiative;
A high level of proficiency with IT business software packages, including Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; and
Ability to adhere to the highest level of confidentiality at all times.
Benefits
Ogier offers an excellent benefits package, including premium health care, life insurance and 20 days annual leave.
