Administrative Intern

Role: Administrative Intern

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills, who can take initiative, and effectively prioritize daily tasks.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years' administrative or secretarial experience in a professional services firm.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Applications
• Exceptional organisational skills
• Solid understanding of office procedures and working knowledge of record-keeping techniques
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with senior executives
• Good problem solving and decision-making abilities
• Fast and accurate typing speed in English
• Arabic language skills desirable but not essential

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Associates with document filing and, when required, courtroom preparation
• Perform typing and transcription of documentation as required by associates or partners
• Draft and format letters, memos, reports, and other legal correspondence
• Answer phone calls, greet visitors, and handle general inquiries professionally
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
• Schedule meetings, manage calendars, and coordinate logistics
• Perform data entry, maintain records, and update internal databases
• Assist with billing processes, including matter opening/closure and client follow-ups
• Provide backup support to senior team members when necessary
• Attend meetings, prepare minutes, amend routine legal documents, and proofread as needed

Terms:

• Duration of internship: 3 to 6 months
• Salary: AED 3,000

Diversity Equity & Inclusion

Essential to our success as a Professional Organization is our ability to attract and retain the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are committed to a work environment where everyone can reach their potential, and we have an inclusive culture which respects individual differences.

We undertake and support a number of internal and external initiatives aimed at increasing diversity within the profession and we encourage all our partners and staff to get involved.

Al Tamimi & Company is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and support those in the workplace who have a disability.

If you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Please note that due to the high number of applications received on job postings, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.