Senior Legal Administrator

Hunter Savage; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Savage is recruiting a Legal PA/Administrator in Belfast to provide high-quality support to the Head of Legal and wider legal team. This role offers a permanent position with a competitive salary, generous leave benefits, and a hybrid working option, positioned within a supportive team environment. The ideal candidate will have proven administrative experience, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to engage effectively with stakeholders.

Benefits

Generous leave: 25 days + 12 public holidays

Access to a fantastic pension scheme

Flexible and hybrid working options

Collaborative and supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a busy office environment.
• Proven experience supporting senior leadership or professional teams.
• Experience in a legal or regulatory environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive admin and secretarial support to the Head of Legal.
• Manage mailboxes, prepare correspondence, coordinate meetings.
• Support internal audit and legal compliance processes.

Skills

Organisational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Stakeholder engagement

Proactive approach

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are hiring for our client, who are seeking an experienced Legal PA/Administrator to provide dedicated and high-quality support to the Head of Legal Affairs and the wider legal directorate. This is a rare opportunity to join a values-led organisation with an evolving legal and regulatory remit.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Permanent role with excellent pension and leave benefits
2. Legal-focused administrative support with responsibility across governance, compliance, and internal coordination
3. Hybrid and flexible working policy

The Role:

• Provide proactive administrative and secretarial support to the Head of Legal
• Act as the first point of contact for enquiries to the legal team
• Manage mailboxes, prepare correspondence, coordinate meetings and circulate papers
• Maintain electronic and paper filing systems and support information management
• Support forward planning, diary management, and ensure deadlines are met
• Prepare briefing documents, minutes, hospitality registers, and travel bookings
• Liaise with stakeholders and manage relationships internally and externally
• Coordinate legal and governance records in line with organisational policies
• Assist with website and intranet updates, legal library functions, and reporting
• Support internal audit, risk register contributions, and legal compliance processes
• Collaborate with the wider admin team to support the delivery of directorate objectives

The Person – What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 2 years' experience providing high-quality admin support in a busy office
• Proven track record supporting senior leadership or professional teams
• Excellent organisational, written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Demonstrates a proactive, professional approach with strong stakeholder engagement
• Experience supporting a legal team or working within a legal/regulatory environment

The Reward – What’s in it for You?

• £31,000-£34,000 per annum
• Generous leave: 25 days + 12 public holidays, rising to 30 days after 2 years
• Access to a fantastic pension scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Secure, long-term opportunity
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage

Hunter Savage partners with key organisations and legal bodies across Northern Ireland. For more information or to apply for this Legal PA/Administrator role, contact Nuala McClinton today. Visit our website to explore more Business Support and Legal opportunities.