Personal Assistant

LRA Search Ltd.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

LRA Search Ltd. is partnering with a barrister’s chambers in London to recruit an Administrative Assistant and PA to the Senior Clerk. The role demands a highly organised, proactive professional to manage a busy workload and provide executive support.

Duties include diary management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, document preparation, HR records, invoices and general office administration. You will liaise with barristers, solicitors and clients while handling confidential

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational, diary management and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Experience in a legal or professional services environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive PA support to the Senior Clerk with diary and inbox management.
• Coordinate meetings, travel arrangements and prepare agendas and papers.
• Track deadlines, actions and follow-ups and manage key priorities.
• Support recruitment and HR administration; liaise with barristers, clerks, staff, solicitors and clients.
• Handle document management, invoices, expenses and office supplies.
• Assist with meetings, events, marketing and business development activities.
• Ensure confidential information is handled securely and records are accurate.

Skills

Organisational skills

Diary management

Time management

Communication skills

Education

GCSEs or equivalent qualifications incl. English & Maths

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

We are working with a highly regarded barrister’s chambers to find an extremely organised, proactive and professional Administrative Assistant and PA to the Senior Clerk. This role will suit someone who enjoys a busy and varied workload and has excellent administrative and organisational skills.

Working closely with the Senior Clerk and Chambers Administrator, the role combines dedicated personal assistant support with wider administrative and operational responsibilities. Duties include managing complex diaries, coordinating meetings and events, preparing correspondence and documents, monitoring deadlines and actions, and providing general administrative support across Chambers.

The Role:

Provide proactive PA support to the Senior Clerk, including diary and inbox management, meeting coordination and travel arrangements. Prepare agendas, meeting papers, reports, presentations and correspondence. Track deadlines, actions and follow-ups, ensuring key priorities are managed effectively. Support the Senior Clerk with recruitment processes and general people management administration. Liaise professionally with barristers, clerks, staff, solicitors, clients and external contacts as required. Provide wider administrative support to Chambers, including general administration, document management, HR records, invoices, expenses and office supplies. Assist with Chambers’ meetings, events, marketing and business development activities. Maintain accurate records and ensure confidential information is handled securely and appropriately. Contribute to the efficient day-to-day running of Chambers and undertake other reasonable duties as required.

About you:

Previous experience in an administrative, PA, executive assistant or office support role is essential. Excellent organisational, diary management and time management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. The ability to work independently, anticipate needs and manage competing demands calmly and effectively. A professional, approachable manner and the ability to exercise discretion when handling sensitive information. Experience in a legal or professional services environment is desirable. Familiarity with Sage Accountancy software would be advantageous. GCSEs or equivalent qualifications, including English and Mathematics. The successful candidate will be hands‑on, proactive and solutions‑focused, with a can‑do attitude and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and get things done efficiently. We are looking for someone who enjoys a fast‑paced environment, is adaptable and resourceful, and has a proven track record of reliability, while always understanding the importance of discretion and confidentiality.

*LRA Search is acting an employment agency for this role*