Team Assistant - Boutique Law Firm!

Ryder Reid Legal Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious US law firm in Central London is looking for a Crime Team Assistant to join their high-performing legal team. The role involves managing challenging tasks, such as diary management, legal document preparation, and client file maintenance. Ideal candidates will have prior experience as a Legal Secretary and possess exceptional organisational and communication skills. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to grow within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Legal Secretary experience is essential.
• Strong organisation, communication, and attention to detail is needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office to an advanced level.

Responsibilities

• Manage diary, schedule, and arrange complex travel.
• Open and maintain client files and compile legal documents.
• Support marketing initiatives and manage billing guides.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Proactive attitude

Attention to detail

Education

Previous experience as a Legal Secretary

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Crime Team Assistant - Boutique Litigation law firm.

Location: Central London (Hybrid: 3 days in 2 WFH!)

Salary: up to £45,000 plus bonus/benefits!

Type: Permanent

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a prestigious and rapidly growing US law firm, which is seeking an experienced Team Assistant to join their high-performing team in London on a permanent basis.

This exciting opportunity will see you supporting the wider team within the firm's Crime/Litigation team, making prior experience in law essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Proactive diary management and schedulingCoordinating complex travel arrangementsOpening and maintaining client filesCompiling and formatting legal documentationSupporting business development and marketing initiativesPreparing and processing billing guidesManaging and updating internal databases

Candidate Profile:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within a law practice (essential)Strong organisational and time management skillsA professional, client-focused approach with excellent communication skillsThe ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) to an advanced levelA positive, proactive attitude with strong attention to detail

Application Process: For further information and to apply, please submit your CV. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist, for almost thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally