Transactional Legal Secretary

Ryder Reid; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US law firm in the City is seeking a Legal PA to provide high-level administrative support. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in a corporate environment, and strong organizational skills. This role offers a hybrid working model. Apply now to join a supportive team in a prime location.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Prime City location

Salary up to £57,000

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of legal secretarial experience in Corporate/Transactions.
• Experience in a top-tier City or US law firm.
• Highly organised and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to fee earners.
• Manage busy diaries and inboxes with precision.
• Coordinate travel and client events.

Skills

Legal secretarial experience

Understanding of Corporate procedures

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Job description

Overview

We\'re working with a leading US law firm located in the heart of the City, just moments from Liverpool Street. Known for its strength in many areas and its collaborative team culture, the firm is now looking to welcome a Legal PA into its busy Transactional department. They are offering hybrid working (4 days in office and 1 from home).

Why this role stands out

• Hybrid working model: 4 days in-office, 1 day remote
• Prime City location near Liverpool Street
• Salary up to £57,000 depending on experience
• Supportive team with a strong reputation across the market

Your day-to-day

• Providing high-level administrative and secretarial support to fee earners
• Managing busy diaries and inboxes with precision
• Coordinating travel, meetings, and client events
• Handling document production and formatting legal correspondence
• Processing billing and time entries

What we\'re looking for

• At least 5 years of legal secretarial experience in Corporate/Transactions
• Background in a top-tier City or US law firm
• Strong grasp of Corporate procedures and terminology
• Highly organised, proactive, and professional approach
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage competing priorities

If this sounds like you, apply now and we\'ll be in touch!

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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