Legal PA to Head of Department (Litigation)

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is looking for a Legal PA to support their newly established Litigation practice. The role requires significant experience in legal support at a senior level, focusing on managing administrative tasks for the Head of Department. The position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

10% firm pension contribution

Free meals

Qualifications

• A minimum of 6 years’ experience in a senior legal support role.
• Experience at a magic circle or international law firm.
• Ability to manage complex administrative tasks for senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day administrative needs of Partners.
• Open new matters, arrange meetings and international travel.
• Prepare documentation and screen telephone calls.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Job description

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Legal PA to Head of Department (Litigation), london (city of london)

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Client:

Ryder Reid Legal

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Are you an ambitious Senior Legal Secretary who would like the opportunity to join a growing international law firm on a permanent basis?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Legal PA/Secretary to support their newly established Litigation practice including the Head of Department.

The Legal Secretary will manage the day-to-day administrative needs of the Partners, responsible for opening new matters, arrange meetings, organise international travel, screen telephone calls and prepare documentation.

This role is fully office based and paying a very competitive salary along with amazing benefits including: 25 days annual leave, 10% firm pension contribution and free meals.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum 6 years’ experience working at a notable magic circle or international law firm supporting at very senior/Head of department level.

For further information, please apply.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however, thank you for taking the time to apply.

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