Legal PA

Search Consultancy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Legal PA to join a respected Private Client & Tax team in Greater London. The role involves providing high-quality PA and administrative support to senior fee earners, managing schedules, and ensuring efficient communication. Candidates should have previous legal experience and strong organisational skills. The position offers a salary of up to £40,000 and opportunities for career development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a Legal PA or senior legal secretary.
• Familiarity with Private Client or Tax law is preferred.
• Excellent document production skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive PA support to partners and fee earners.
• Manage busy diaries and schedule appointments.
• Prepare and format legal documents.

Skills

Previous experience as a Legal PA or senior legal secretary

Experience within Private Client, Tax

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Confident communication skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

Job Title: Legal PA - Private Client & Tax

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Legal PA to join their Private Client & Tax Group. This role offers the opportunity to support senior fee earners within a highly regarded and specialist team, providing high-quality PA and administrative support in a fast-paced and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive PA support to partners and fee earners within the Private Client & Tax team
• Managing busy diaries, scheduling meetings and coordinating appointments
• Preparing, amending and formatting legal documents and correspondence
• Handling client communications with professionalism and discretion
• Opening and closing files and maintaining accurate case records
• Managing billing, time recording and expenses
• Liaising with internal departments and external contacts
• General administrative support as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience as a Legal PA or senior legal secretary
• Experience within Private Client, Tax, or a related practice area is highly desirable
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively
• Excellent attention to detail and document production skills
• Confident communication skills and a proactive, professional approach
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £40,000, depending on experience
• Opportunity to work within a respected and specialist Private Client & Tax team
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Long-term career development opportunities

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Legal PA looking for your next opportunity within Private Client & Tax, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV for consideration.

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.