Practice Assistant at White & Case

Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Calendar Management, Travel Arrangements, Document Drafting, Presentation Preparation, Transcribing, Proofreading, Administrative Tasks, Information Analysis, Routine Enquiry Handling, Judgment, Escalation

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Our Global Operating Center located in Manila is pivotal to enhancing the Firm’s operational efficiency and streamlining legal and business services support across our global network. Our center provides comprehensive administrative, financial and operational services across office operations, compliance and new business, finance, technology, human resources, innovation and marketing. By centralizing these critical functions, the center ensures consistency and quality in service delivery while reducing operational costs. Through its integrated approach, our Global Operating Center enables the Firm to focus on its core legal services, drive global growth and maintain high standards of client service across all offices. The Senior Assistant, Practice Assistant Services will primarily focus on providing essential support to their assigned stakeholders, assisting with various tasks and assignments, progressing to more complex and nuanced projects as expertise develops. This role will require the individual to evaluate and select appropriate alternatives from defined options in routine work. Assisting their stakeholders with analyzing information and basic administrative tasks may also be required, demonstrating knowledge in this field Key responsibilities for this role include: Provides comprehensive support in the typical day-to-day operations to ensure the smooth delivery of Practice Assistant Services Able to perform more complex or non-routine tasks in relation to the role Collaborates with team members to complete assigned tasks and projects, helping to deliver a high quality, comprehensive service Completes activities as assigned which include calendar management, meeting and travel arrangements, drafting documents or presentations , transcribing, proofreading and other secretarial and administrative tasks as required Evaluates and selects appropriate alternatives from defined options to handle routine enquiries, anticipating needs , exercising judgment within established guidelines and escalating to senior colleagues when necessary Maintains a good understanding of principles, practices, and procedures, staying informed of changes and updates in the field This role reports to Regional Manager, Practice Services - Asia-Pacific Equal Opportunities White & Case is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. If you require assistance and/or adjustment to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email us. We will be happy to work with you. The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment. The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties. Note to Recruitment Agencies Our internal Recruitment team manages all aspects of lateral hiring. All agencies must have signed terms of business—specific to the relevant office—before submitting any candidates. CVs or applications sent directly to White & Case partners or employees will also not be considered formal introductions. If you have questions, please contact the relevant Recruitment team. We work with our preferred suppliers when engaging agencies. Firm Summary White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. With a long history as an international firm, we are well-positioned to help clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may arise. Operating across six continents and working in virtually every country, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality, full-service practice that competes at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in key financial markets and our expertise in handling complex cross-border work. What sets us apart is not just our global network of offices but the interconnectedness of our Firm. Our people and clients value our collaboration across geographic and practice boundaries, which is why we attract and retain significant cross-border work. Representing multiple nationalities from across the world and speaking a vast array of languages, our lawyers and Business Services professionals are globally minded, enterprising, and committed to excellence.

Responsibilities

The role primarily involves providing comprehensive support for day-to-day operations to ensure smooth delivery of Practice Assistant Services, including managing calendars, travel, and drafting documents. Responsibilities also include handling routine inquiries by evaluating defined options and escalating complex issues when necessary.