Administrative Assistant

Ryder Reid Legal; England; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London is seeking an Administration Assistant for a US law firm. The role involves providing comprehensive administrative support and requires a minimum of 9 months of experience in a law firm setting. Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office and IT savvy. This full-time position offers a starting salary of up to £30k. It's a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to develop their career in the legal industry while gaining exposure within an international firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 9 months administration experience in a law firm is essential.
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office applications.
• IT confident including using printers, copiers and internal databases.

Responsibilities

• Support the PA and Administration team with daily tasks.
• Provide administrative support including sorting presentations.
• Document storing and filing, both electronic and hard copy.

Skills

Administration experience in a law firm

Proficient in Microsoft Office

IT confidence

Reliable and flexible

Ability to work efficiently under pressure

Job description

Recruitment Consultant | Connecting Legal Talent to Top Law Firms in London | Business Support Recruitment

Administration Assistant | US Law Firm

We are looking for an Administration Assistant to work for one of our top clients – a US law firm based right in the heart of the City of London that really excels in their work and puts their people first. We are looking for someone ambitious, passionate and driven, and who has a genuine desire to kick‑start their career in the legal industry.

The role is Monday to Friday, 9:30am‑5:30pm, paying a salary up to £29k/£30k depending on experience.

Due to the nature of the role you will be required to work 5 days in the office and we are looking for someone who is happy to do this and is excited about the exposure they will gain!

This role has come about due to growth so it’s an excellent opportunity for exposure to an international law firm and to come in and make your mark!

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Support the PA and Administration team with daily tasks that arise
• Provide administrative support including sorting presentations, inputting time entries, organising travel, etc.
• Document storing and filing, both electronic and hard copy
• Other duties as and when required

Skills required:

• Minimum of 9 months administration experience in a law firm is essential
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office applications
• IT confident including using printers, copiers and internal databases
• Reliable, flexible and resilient
• Ability to work at a fast pace whilst maintaining efficiency

We are looking for a highly driven, self‑sufficient and eager individual who is really keen to step up in their career. There is a lot of potential to grow, so a great long‑term opportunity!

If you have the skills required and are interested, please apply now with your CV and we’ll be in touch.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage. Thank you for taking the time to apply.

Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/ryder-reid-legal

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Administrative

Industries

Legal Services