Legal Administrator

Search; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal firm based in London is seeking a proactive Legal Administrator to join their team. The role involves providing essential administrative support to legal staff, managing records, and handling communications. Candidates should possess strong organisational skills and prior administrative experience, ideally within legal or professional services. The position offers up to £30,000 per annum and opportunities for professional development in a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative role, preferably in a legal environment.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to legal staff.
• Maintain case records and manage files.
• Prepare documents and manage communications.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Job Title: Legal Administrator
Location: London
Salary: Up to 30,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time Permanent

The Opportunity

Our client, a well-established firm based in London, is looking to recruit a Legal Administrator to support their busy team. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive administrator to gain experience within a professional legal environment and play a key role in the smooth running of the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support to fee earners and legal support staff
• Opening and closing files and maintaining accurate case records
• Preparing and formatting documents and correspondence
• Managing incoming calls, emails and client enquiries
• Diary management and meeting coordination
• Assisting with billing, time recording and expenses
• Liaising with clients, third parties and internal departments
• General office administration as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in an administrative role, ideally within a legal or professional services environment
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems

What's on Offer

• Salary up to 30,000, depending on experience
• Opportunity to work within a respected London-based firm
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Long-term development opportunities

How to Apply

If you are an organised and motivated Legal Administrator looking for your next role in London, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV for consideration.

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