23 Latham Watkins jobs in Saudi Arabia

Our client is an international law firm seeking an experienced legal secretary for their Riyadh office.

The Riyadh team will soon be joined by two international Partners, requiring candidates with the following experience:

• Experience working for an international law firm
• Ideally at least 3 years of experience
• Proficiency in English, both written and verbal
• Arabic language skills are an advantage but not mandatory
• Currently residing in Riyadh

• Build upon knowledge of legal secretarial processes, procedures, and technologies through ongoing training
• Follow established document processing methods, creating, editing, and proofreading work products for accuracy and completeness
• Transcribe handwritten materials and/or dictation
• Prepare and create documents, presentations, and spreadsheets with correct formatting
• Coordinate arrangements for meetings, including reservations and multimedia setup
• Manage attorneys’ calendars and schedules
• Maintain client contact database information
• Answer telephones, relay messages, and arrange video and teleconferences
• Prepare matter opening, conflict checks, and arrange matter closings
• Coordinate file retrieval and maintenance of firm files
• Input, review, and edit attorney/paralegal timesheets and prebills
• Volunteer for overtime when needed, promoting teamwork and productivity
• Sort mail, excluding personal or confidential items unless arranged otherwise

We seek a reliable, enthusiastic, and professional individual with proven experience as a legal secretary in an international law firm in Riyadh. Candidates with longevity on their CVs and a stable employment history are preferred.

Overview

An exciting opportunity to be part of a prestigious international law firm’s growing Riyadh office - we are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to provide high-level support across multiple practice groups.

• Manage a full range of secretarial and administrative support for partners and associates.
• Draft, format, and finalise correspondence, engagement letters, billing letters, and simple legal documents.
• Coordinate matter management from file opening through to closure/archival, ensuring compliance with firm policies.
• Organise diaries, meetings, and travel arrangements, including visas and itineraries.
• Assist with billing processes, timesheet management, and expense claims.
• Provide support with business development activities, including pitches, CV updates, and client reporting.
• Maintain accurate filing systems (electronic and hard copy) and manage email correspondence efficiently.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the office, including reception duties to greet clients and visitors when needed.

• Minimum of three years’ experience as a Legal Secretary in an international law firm.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.
• Attention to detail and proven ability to deliver accurate work to deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels.

Salary: SAR 25,000 to 30,000 per month, inclusive of fixed allowances.

Additional benefits: Package is split between basic, housing, and transport, with GOSI contributions where relevant | Medical insurance | Life assurance | 30 days’ annual leave

Overview

An exciting opportunity to be part of a prestigious international law firm’s growing Riyadh office - we are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to provide high-level support across multiple practice groups.

• Manage a full range of secretarial and administrative support for partners and associates.
• Draft, format, and finalise correspondence, engagement letters, billing letters, and simple legal documents.
• Coordinate matter management from file opening through to closure/archival, ensuring compliance with firm policies.
• Organise diaries, meetings, and travel arrangements, including visas and itineraries.
• Assist with billing processes, timesheet management, and expense claims.
• Provide support with business development activities, including pitches, CV updates, and client reporting.
• Maintain accurate filing systems (electronic and hard copy) and manage email correspondence efficiently.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the office, including reception duties to greet clients and visitors when needed.

• Minimum of three years’ experience as a Legal Secretary in an international law firm.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.
• Attention to detail and proven ability to deliver accurate work to deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels.

Salary: SAR 25,000 to 30,000 per month, inclusive of fixed allowances.

Additional benefits: Package is split between basic, housing, and transport, with GOSI contributions where relevant | Medical insurance | Life assurance | 30 days’ annual leave

Overview

Our client, a leading US law firm, is seeking a Saudi national holding a law degree to work as a Legal Assistant to the Partners in client meetings, take minutes, and contribute by building client relationships.

• Extensive and accurate diary management for all attorneys
• Document production, including heavy amendments and formatting, track changes (if applicable) and working in multiple versions of documents
• Arrange meetings, lunches and dinners and follow up with confirmations
• Complex travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, visas and transfers
• Handle telephone queries and relay relevant messages accurately
• Photocopying, printing, binding, scanning and filing of original and electronic documents
• Involvement in the billing process; including distribution of prebills, liaising with the partner and accounts department to finalise bills and send to clients in a timely manner
• Timesheet entry for attorneys
• Preparation of expense claims, invoice requests and petty cash reports
• Assist with the opening of new client files and new matters, including obtaining the necessary KYC documentation for every client
• Input client development events and meetings into internal systems
• Provide additional secretarial support for other partners/attorneys as required due to their secretary being absent

• Ability to prioritise and multi-task
• Ability to use own initiative, working independently and as a team member
• Proactive attitude with a good work ethic
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Friendly and approachable manner
• Strong Arabic and English language skills, both verbal and written
• Complete discretion and professionalism
• Willingness to build and improve secretarial skills
• Knowledge of administrative procedures
• Willingness to work overtime when required
• Able to work to tight deadlines

• 25 working days holiday per year
• Medical insurance for employee and dependents

MUST BE SAUDI NATIONAL

Our client, a leading US law firm, is seeking a Saudi national holding a law degree to work as a Legal Assistant to the Partners in client meetings, take minutes, and contribute by building client relationships.

• Extensive and accurate diary management for all attorneys
• Document production, including heavy amendments and formatting, track changes (if applicable) and working in multiple versions of documents
• Arrange meetings, lunches and dinners and follow up with confirmations
• Complex travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, visas and transfers
• Handle telephone queries and relay relevant messages accurately
• Photocopying, printing, binding, scanning and filing of original and electronic documents
• Involvement in the billing process; including distribution of prebills, liaising with the partner and accounts department to finalise bills and send to clients in a timely manner
• Timesheet entry for attorneys
• Preparation of expense claims, invoice requests and petty cash reports
• Assist with the opening of new client files and new matters, including obtaining the necessary KYC documentation for every client
• Input client development events and meetings into internal systems
• Provide additional secretarial support for other partners/attorneys as required due to their secretary being absent

• Ability to prioritise and multi-task
• Ability to use own initiative, working independently and as a team member
• Proactive attitude with a good work ethic
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Friendly and approachable manner
• Strong Arabic and English language skills, both verbal and written
• Complete discretion and professionalism
• Willingness to build and improve secretarial skills
• Knowledge of administrative procedures
• Willingness to work overtime when required
• Able to work to tight deadlines

• 25 working days holiday per year
• Medical insurance for employee and dependents

MUST BE SAUDI NATIONAL

Overview

Our client, a leading US law firm, is seeking a Saudi national holding a law degree to work as a Legal Assistant to the Partners in client meetings, take minutes, and contribute by building client relationships.

• Extensive and accurate diary management for all attorneys
• Document production, including heavy amendments and formatting, track changes (if applicable) and working in multiple versions of documents
• Arrange meetings, lunches and dinners and follow up with confirmations
• Complex travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, visas and transfers
• Handle telephone queries and relay relevant messages accurately
• Photocopying, printing, binding, scanning and filing of original and electronic documents
• Involvement in the billing process; including distribution of prebills, liaising with the partner and accounts department to finalise bills and send to clients in a timely manner
• Timesheet entry for attorneys
• Preparation of expense claims, invoice requests and petty cash reports
• Assist with the opening of new client files and new matters, including obtaining the necessary KYC documentation for every client
• Input client development events and meetings into internal systems
• Provide additional secretarial support for other partners/attorneys as required due to their secretary being absent

• Ability to prioritise and multi-task
• Ability to use own initiative, working independently and as a team member
• Proactive attitude with a good work ethic
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Friendly and approachable manner
• Strong Arabic and English language skills, both verbal and written
• Complete discretion and professionalism
• Willingness to build and improve secretarial skills
• Knowledge of administrative procedures
• Willingness to work overtime when required
• Able to work to tight deadlines

• 25 working days holiday per year
• Medical insurance for employee and dependents

MUST BE SAUDI NATIONAL