Legal Administrator

Search; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm based in Edinburgh is seeking a Legal Administrator for a permanent role with hybrid working options. The successful candidate will handle various legal documentation and administrative tasks across two teams. Essential qualifications include experience in a legal firm, particularly in Real Estate, Property, or Corporate Law. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Scotland's fastest-growing legal firms in a critical role that supports team success.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Legal firm is essential.
• Candidates with experience in Real Estate, Property or Corporate Law will have an advantage.
• Ability to prioritise a busy workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and completion of specific legal documents.
• Managing diary and appointments for Partners.
• Assisting with client correspondence and legal documents.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Solid organisational skills

Time management skills

Solid IT skills including MS Office

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Legal or File Management software

Job description

Legal Administrator

Edinburgh City Centre based with hybrid working available.

Permanent role Full Time hours.

Salary up to 30,000 per annum + benefits (depending on experience).

Search Consultancy are delighted to be working exclusively with a leading Legal firm based in Edinburgh City Centre to recruit this role for their business on a permanent basis.

The successful candidate will be responsible for comprehensive Legal Administration across 2 teams within the firm.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of Scotland's fastest growing Legal firms in a role which is key to the success of the wider team & fee earners.

Duties

• Drafting & completion of specific legal documents and forms using standardised styles
• Producing a high standard of PowerPoint presentations for fee earners
• Diary and appointment management as well as travel & accommodation bookings for Partners
• Working on a variety of legal documentation, some of which can be lengthy & complex
• Assisting with client correspondence and legal documents through audio-typing and word processing
• Managing both hard copy and electronic files using client management software
• General administrative duties including photocopying, scanning of documents, filing, proofreading, opening and closing client files and completing compliance documentation
• Preparation of fee request forms and breakdowns of WIP
• Preparation of expense & mileage claim forms and dealing with credit/debit balances
• Providing other ad hoc administration support when required

Requirements

• Previous demonstrable experience within a Legal firm carrying out duties in line with the above - this experience is ESSENTIAL and candidates with specific experience in Real Estate, Property or Corporate Law would be at a distinct advantage
• Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal
• Solid organisational & time management skills, with the ability to prioritise a sometimes very busy workload effectively
• Solid IT skills including the MS Office suite of programs including Excel & PowerPoint - as well as a grounding in some type of Legal or File Management software

If this is the role for you, apply now!

Please note that only applicants who have the required skills and experience detailed above will be considered for this role.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.