Legal Personal Assistant

Meraki Talent Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputed law firm in Central London is seeking an experienced Legal Personal Assistant to support two Partners and three Associates in their Private Client team. This role offers a hybrid working model and various benefits including private medical insurance and 26 days annual leave. The ideal candidate will possess at least 12 months of relevant experience and strong organisational skills.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Group pension scheme

Wellness initiatives

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months’ experience as a PA within a Private Client or legal team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Confident and polished communicator.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive secretarial and administrative support.
• Manage complex diary and inbox effectively.
• Support business development activities, including event coordination.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

IT proficiency

Job description

Legal Personal Assistant - Private Client Team

Salary: £46,000 – £50,000
Location: Central London (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days remote)

We are working with a highly regarded law firm to recruit an experienced Personal Assistant to join their Private Client team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support two Partners and three Associates within a busy, high-performing department that advises high-net-worth individuals and families.

Legal Personal Assistant Duties

You will provide proactive secretarial and administrative support, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations and exceptional client service. Responsibilities include:

• Complex diary and inbox management, anticipating priorities and ensuring meetings run smoothly.
• Acting as a first point of contact for clients, maintaining trusted and professional relationships.
• Supporting business development activities, including event coordination and client presentations.
• Managing matter openings, compliance, and billing processes.
• Preparing and proofreading correspondence and legal documents to the highest standard.
• Coordinating travel and client events, and overseeing meeting preparation and follow-ups.
• Identifying opportunities to improve administrative processes and enhance team efficiency.

Legal Personal Assistant Experience

• Minimum 12 months’ experience as a PA within a Private Client or comparable legal team.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident, polished communicator who builds credibility quickly with clients and colleagues.
• High attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Strong IT proficiency, including document management and dictation software.

Why Apply?

You’ll be joining a firm that values its people, offering a supportive and collaborative culture, hybrid working, and an impressive range of benefits including:

• 26 days’ annual leave (plus the option to buy more)
• Private medical insurance and life assurance
• Group pension scheme
• Wellness initiatives, including yoga and personal training sessions
• Enhanced parental leave and family-friendly policies

If you’re an experienced Private Client PA looking for a professional yet flexible working environment, we’d love to hear from you.