Job Description
Position Summary
Arabic Female ( Bilingual) the Office Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily administrative and operational functions of a law firm in Qatar. This role ensures that the office operates efficiently, supports attorneys and legal staff, maintains compliance with local regulations, and provides a high level of professionalism in all client and internal interactions.
Key Responsibilities
1. Office Administration & Operations
- Manage day-to-day office operations to ensure a well-organized and efficient work environment.
- Maintain office systems, including case management software, filing structures, and document storage.
- Oversee the reception area, ensuring clients are greeted professionally and confidentiality is maintained.
- Coordinate office maintenance, equipment servicing, and supply inventory.
2. Legal Support & Compliance
- Assist with preparing, organizing, and tracking legal documents and case files.
- Ensure compliance with Qatar’s legal, regulatory, and data-privacy requirements.
- Manage the firm’s scheduling for court dates, client meetings, and internal deadlines.
- Support attorneys with administrative tasks, including drafting correspondence and formatting legal documents.
3. HR & Staff Coordination
- Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and training for administrative staff.
- Maintain personnel files and handle leave records in accordance with Qatar Labor Law.
- Support performance management and staff communication.
- Coordinate staff schedules and ensure adequate administrative coverage.
4. Financial & Administrative Control
- Assist with budgeting, expense tracking, and petty cash handling.
- Process invoices, liaise with finance/accounting teams, and track billable hours when required.
- Manage vendor contracts (e.g., translation services, office supplies, IT support).
5. Client Relations & Communication
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and government offices.
- Coordinate notarization, legalization, and document submission to relevant Qatari authorities (e.g., Ministry of Justice).
- Handle internal and external communications while ensuring confidentiality standards are upheld.
6. Facility & Security Oversight
- Manage relationships with building management, security personnel, and service providers.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and office security policies.
- Oversee office access systems and document control procedures.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Experience as an Office Manager, Legal Secretary, or Administrative Manager in a law firm or professional services environment.
- Strong understanding of legal terminology, legal document handling, and office workflow in a law firm.
- Knowledge of Qatar Labor Law and local regulatory requirements.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software tools.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
- Experience working with Qatari courts, ministries, and government portals (e.g., Hukoomi).
- Fluency in English required; Arabic language skills strongly preferred.
- Pease note that the position if Arabic Female only .
Work Environment
- Full-time, on-site role in a professional legal office.
- Requires frequent coordination with attorneys, clients, and governmental entities.
- Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: QAR4,500.00 - QAR6,500.00 per month
Expected Start Date: 01/12/2025