Corporate Legal Assistant

G2 Legal Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Birmingham seeks a proactive Legal Assistant to support senior team members within the Corporate Department. This role includes managing meetings and conducting AML checks, ideal for candidates with professional services experience. The position offers a competitive salary of £26,000–£28,000 and opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development potential

Modern office facilities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional services support or admin role preferred.
• Strong interest in working within a law firm environment.
• Familiarity with AML checks is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality administrative support to senior lawyers.
• Manage diaries and coordinate meetings.
• Conduct Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Professionalism

Initiative

Job description

Overview

A leading Birmingham-based professional services firm is seeking a highly organised and proactive Legal Assistant to join its Corporate Department.

This is a newly created role designed to provide vital administrative support to senior team members, including partners and senior associates.

Based in the firm's central Birmingham office, the position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain experience within a fast-paced legal environment and develop professionally within a supportive and people-focused culture.

The Firm

With a strong reputation across corporate, private client and property litigation services, this firm is known for its collaborative ethos, high standards of client service, and commitment to employee development. It offers a professional yet welcoming environment where individuals are encouraged to grow and contribute to the wider success of the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality administrative support to senior lawyers within the corporate team
• Manage diaries and coordinate internal and external meetings
• Assist in the prioritisation of legal matters and workflow
• Use the firm’s Learning Management System (LMS) to scan and share documentation with external clients
• Ensure all client and matter records are accurately maintained within internal systems
• Conduct Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks as required
• Handle phone calls professionally, liaising with clients and colleagues
• Build and maintain strong working relationships across departments
• Perform a variety of admin-focused tasks including scanning, checking records and maintaining process compliance

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in a professional services support or admin role (legal sector preferred)
• Strong interest in working within a law firm environment
• Familiarity with AML checks is advantageous
• Process-driven with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and capable of working both independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable managing phone communications in a professional setting
• Willingness to take initiative and a positive, can-do approach to problem-solving

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £26,000–£28,000 per annum
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience working alongside senior legal professionals
• Career development potential within a reputable professional services firm
• A central Birmingham office location with modern facilities
• Supportive, team-oriented working environment

Apply

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to start or progress their career in legal administration. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a CV or contact Rebecca Healey at G2 Legal for more information.