Legal PA / Executive Assistant (Employment Focussed)

Advantage Resourcing UK Ltd; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Legal PA / Executive Assistant to support their Employment Law team. The successful candidate will handle key responsibilities including legal support, client interactions, and diary management in a professional environment. This role offers an inclusive culture and opportunities for development, along with a competitive salary of up to £35,000 and flexible hybrid working options.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Hybrid working options

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Executive, Legal Secretary or Legal Office Assistant in Employment Law.
• Strong skills in handling client interactions and inquiries.
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal and administrative support to the Employment team.
• Manage diaries, schedule meetings, and arrange appointments.
• Prepare Employment Tribunal bundles and manage billing processes.

Skills

Legal case management systems

Client care skills

Professional telephone manner

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive approach

Team collaboration

Job description

Role: Legal PA / Executive Assistant (Employment Focussed)

Salary: Up to £35,000 DOA

Location: Glasgow, Hybrid Working Pattern

We are currently working with a well-established and forward-thinking law firm who are looking to recruit an experienced Legal PA / Executive Assistant to join their busy Employment Law team in Glasgow.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, highly organised legal professional who enjoys a varied role and thrives in a fast-paced, client-facing environment. The firm offers a collaborative culture, ongoing development and genuine long-term progression prospects. The Employment Team are very well respected in the field.

The Opportunity

You will play a key role in supporting fee earners within the Employment team, acting as a central point of contact for clients and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of files, billing and tribunal preparation.

Key Responsibilities

Legal & Administrative Support

• Digital dictation
• High-quality typing, document production and electronic file management
• Meeting and greeting clients, providing a professional first point of contact

Employment Tribunal & Document Preparation

• Collating, preparing and managing Employment Tribunal bundles
• Document compilation, pagination and editing

Diary & Team Support

• Diary management, scheduling meetings and arranging appointments
• Providing proactive support to improve workflow and team efficiency

Client Interaction & Onboarding

• Handling incoming calls from existing and prospective clients in a professional and confident manner
• Converting enquiries into instructions, including discussing and explaining fee structures
• Managing client onboarding via an online compliance system, ensuring AML and conflict checks are completed accurately

Billing & Compliance

• Preparing fees and assisting with monthly billing processes
• Supporting fee earners with work in progress and aged debt management

About You

• Previous experience as a Legal Executive, Legal Secretary or Legal Office Assistant, preferably within Employment Law
• Strong client care skills with an excellent telephone manner
• Confident discussing fees and converting initial enquiries into instructions
• Highly organised, detail-oriented and able to manage competing priorities
• Proficient in legal case management systems
• Proactive, adaptable and keen to contribute to process improvements
• A collaborative team player who works well under pressure

What’s On Offer

• Supportive and inclusive working environment
• Hybrid / flexible working options (role-dependent)
• Competitive salary and benefits package

If this role could be of interest, please send your CV via the ‘Apply Now’ option to be considered for the position.