Legal administrative assistant jobs in United Kingdom

A very innovative and successful international prime location residential & commercial Real Estate Investment Management firm is looking for a top-notch EA to support their UHNW entrepreneurial Founder/CEO. You will be overseeing and mentoring a more junior Private PA, so you will need to have extensive experience as an Executive Assistant and Executive Personal Assistant. The role is 5 days split between working from the fabulous offices in the West End and from the Founder/CEO’s home in West London. The Founder/CEO is a family man with a wife and children. He is highly intelligent, an extensive art collector and has a keen interest in wellness, health and fitness. Very calm, with a good sense of humour. The ideal candidate must have experience as a Senior Executive Assistant and Private PA for a UHNW, property management and ideally an art collection. They are looking for a highly experienced and discreet Executive Assistant to deliver primary corporate support to the CEO and the organisation’s corporate matters, while also managing select private family office administrative duties. This role includes mentoring and developing a Private PA for household-side operations. The ideal candidate will operate with utmost professionalism and discretion, driving efficient administration, project coordination, and private-office quality alongside corporate responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Executive Support to CEO and Corporate Matters • Manage complex calendar, prioritise and coordinate internal and external meetings, calls, and travel arrangements (domestic and international)., • Prepare and coordinate board materials, reports, presentations, and briefing documents; ensure timely distribution and follow-up., • Act as gatekeeper and primary point of contact for the CEO; screen and triage enquiries, synthesise information, and draft responses as needed., • Coordinate cross-functional projects, deadlines, milestones, and action logs; liaise with executives, legal, finance, and operations as required., • Manage expense reporting, invoicing, budgets, and vendor communications; assist with financial reconciliations and procurement as needed., • Oversee private office operations and household staff coordination; liaise with service providers, vendors, and property management., • Coordinate private travel arrangements (personal), including itineraries, accommodations, and security considerations alongside the Private PA., • Assist with personal projects and events, including family schedules, medical appointments, philanthropy activities, and special occasions alongside the Private PA., • Manage artwork-related activities: negotiate and administer artwork contracts, maintain artwork archiving and cataloguing, coordinate exhibition logistics, and oversee ongoing artwork maintenance., • Provide mentorship, training, and onboarding support to the Private Office PA (private side)., • Share best practices for diary management, communications, project tracking, and stakeholder management., • Offer guidance on personal/household administration processes, calendar discipline, and prioritisation strategies., • Serve as a trusted liaison between the CEO, family office team, external advisors (legal, tax, accounting), and trusted external partners., • Ensure adherence to internal policies, data protection regulations, and privacy requirements for both corporate and private activities., • Proven experience as an EA to C-suite, senior executive, or equivalent within a corporate environment and/or private family office setting., • Demonstrated ability to manage both corporate and private office operations with discretion, confidentiality, and integrity., • Strong project coordination and multitasking capabilities; ability to prioritise in a dynamic environment., • Ability to mentor a more junior Private PA Excellent written and verbal communication skills; professional drafting and email etiquette., • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace, calendar management (Outlook/Google Calendar), travel booking, expense management, and basic financial processes., • High level of judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills., • Strong interpersonal skills; ability to engage and influence across diverse stakeholders. Resilient and composed under pressure; thrives in a fast-paced, high-trust environment., • Flexible approach to work location and hours as required by the CEO and family office needs.

STORM Partners is the leading Blockchain Professional Service Provider in Europe, positioned as the 'McKinsey of Web3'. We are looking for an experienced legal assistant to join our team. You will be responsible for streamlining and running our legal administration, allowing our organisation to grow. You are a great fit for this job if you thrive in environments with high workloads and increasing client demand, and create order in the midst of chaos. The role reports to a Senior Associate, Legal & Compliance and includes opportunities to grow in scope and responsibility with time and performance. ⚡️ Hiring for Values: It's essential to us that you fit our values. STORM Partners was created to remove obstacles preventing visionary Web3 companies from delivering on the promise of trust, disintermediation, and decentralization to the world, and we expect our team members to bring those ideas to life. • Ambitious craftsmanship, • Transparent partnership, • Passionate discovery, • Purposeful teamwork ⚡️ Reponsibilities: • Organize legal documents, including deliverables, contracts, reports, and correspondence., • Prepare and ensure timely submission of legal filings., • Assist in managing time tracking for all billing lawyers and paralegals., • Optimize the department’s billable time and act as a project manager when needed., • The ability to proofread or edit documents in French is a plus. ⚡️ Job Requirements: • Work experience in a law firm or similar institution., • Project management or legal operations experience is a strong plus., • Formal legal administration, legal operations, or paralegal certification., • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities., • Proficiency in G-Suite, Asana, and Notion., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism. While detailed knowledge of Web3 is not necessary, familiarity with technical subjects, finance, software, and the intersection of digital and physical law is beneficial. This role is designed to support the firm's legal and administrative functions, ensuring smooth operations and efficient legal support. Flexibility and the ability to step into a project management role when needed are highly valued. Please upload your CV as a .pdf. LinkedIn does not open a preview of Word documents, which makes them harder to review. Thank you!

Office-Based, £30,000 - £31,000 DoE+ Excellent Benefits Are you highly organised, proactive, and looking to build your career in legal support? Would you thrive in a fast-paced, prestigious legal environment where attention to detail and teamwork are key? A prestigious barristers' chambers in central London is looking for a Legal Support Services Assistant to join their busy operations team. Working alongside two colleagues, you'll play an essential role in ensuring the smooth running of chambers, supporting barristers with document management, e-bundling, and other post and copy room needs. This is a hands-on, fully office-based position that would suit someone practical, organised, and confident using IT systems. It's a great opportunity to gain experience in a respected chambers environment, working closely with barristers, clerks, and administrative staff. Key Responsibilities • Support barristers with document management, including e-bundling, printing, and collating legal bundles and law reports, • Manage post and copy room tasks, including stationery organisation and transfer of files between chambers, court, and barristers' home offices, • Handle electronic document management, uploading/downloading soft copy files and maintaining digital indexes, • Liaise with the clerking team and wider staff to ensure smooth daily operations, • Assist with logistics for court appearances and general administrative tasks as required Skills & Experience • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to manage a varied workload, • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, confident working with barristers, the clerking team and colleagues at all levels, • Strong IT skills and ability to learn new systems quickly (experience with e-bundling software or platforms like OneDrive is ideal), • Reliable, professional, and calm under pressure, • A proactive, solutions-focused approach with great attention to detail, • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, • Polite, friendly and of smart appearance, • Able to work well with a wide range of people, while also being confident working independently., • Handle confidential information discreetly What We're Looking For You'll be someone who takes pride in supporting others, thrives in a traditional but friendly environment, and enjoys contributing to a well-run operation. The chambers operates with a strong sense of teamwork, inclusivity, and wellbeing, fostering a culture where everyone's contribution is valued. Salary & Benefits • Salary: £30,000-£31,000 (depending on experience), • Hours: 40 hours per week on a shift system between 8am and 6.30pm, • Holiday: 20 days plus bank holidays (rising to 22 after one year and 25 after two), • Pension: 6% employer contribution, • Additional benefits after probation: bonus scheme (up to 15% of salary), season ticket loan, permanent health insurance, life insurance, private medical insurance, and a bonus half-day 'birthday' holiday This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and well-established chambers, gain insight into high-profile legal work, and develop your skills within a supportive and professional environment. If you're practical, efficient, and eager to build your experience in legal operations, we'd love to hear from you.

AJ Chambers are assisting a top City Law Firm who have an exciting opportunity for and experienced Legal Executive Assistant (EA) who will provide high-level administrative, organisational, and legal support to a team of lawyers within the Structured Finance group. This role will be based on a 12 month Maternity cover. The role requires strong knowledge of finance documentation, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, transaction-driven environment. Key Responsibilities: Legal & Transactional Support • Assist in the preparation, formatting, and execution of complex finance documentation (e.g., facility agreements, security documents, offering memoranda, trust deeds, and SPV documentation)., • Coordinate signing and closing processes, including the compilation of signature pages, board minutes, and closing checklists., • Manage document version control, redlining, and comparison of drafts., • Liaise with internal teams, external counsel, counterparties, and trustees to ensure smooth transaction execution., • Provide proactive diary and inbox management for senior lawyers or partners., • Coordinate travel, meeting logistics, and client events., • Prepare PowerPoint presentations, board packs, and reports as required., • Handle expense management and billing coordination (time entries, invoices, and engagement letters)., • Ensure confidentiality and compliance with regulatory and internal policies., • Manage document retention in line with data protection and record-keeping requirements., • Support internal audits and risk reviews related to structured finance matters. Key Skills & Competencies: • Excellent organisational and multitasking skills with strong attention to detail., • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion., • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills., • Strong document management and formatting skills (Word styles, track changes, etc.)., • High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems (e.g., iManage, NetDocuments)., • Minimum 5+ years’ experience as a Legal EA, ideally within a banking, finance, or structured finance practice group., • Familiarity with securitisation, project finance, or capital markets documentation is highly desirable., • Experience coordinating multi-jurisdictional transactions preferred., • Proactive and solution-oriented with a “can-do” attitude., • Strong interpersonal skills; able to build rapport with clients and colleagues at all levels., • Highly adaptable with a strong sense of initiative and ownership., • Professional, polished, and resilient under pressure. If you are immediately available and have worked within structured finance at Partner Support level then feel free to get in touch. Great salary and benefits on offer Contact Ella Britton at AJ Chambers

Business Support Coordinator Start Date: ASAP Location: London (Hybrid) Qurated is a rapidly scaling executive search and challenger consultancy working with high-profile clients across FS and Legal services. We partner with the businesses shaping the future of their industries, helping them hire exceptional leaders and build their high-impact teams. We’re growing our operations team and looking for someone to take ownership of the operational and administrative tasks that keep everything moving internally, as well as providing support to the leadership team and co-founders. From managing compliance, coordinating onboarding, and managing systems to supporting our team and keeping the office running smoothly, you’ll be the person making sure the details are handled, the wheels stay turning, and the team can stay focused on growth. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone early in their career who wants hands-on exposure to every part of a fast-paced, high-growth business and is ready to take ownership, make things happen, and learn by doing. What you’ll be doing: • Managing the day-to-day running of the office: supplies, IT coordination, and ensuring the team has everything they need to work effectively. • Supporting co-founders with diary management, travel and logistics, expenses, and other day-to-day EA responsibilities • Supporting onboarding, employee records, and other People Ops admin • Maintaining and improving operations processes - making sure they’re up to date and fit for growth • Tracking key business data - revenues, invoices, weekly reporting, and performance metrics • Helping consultants stay on track by supporting admin, formatting documents, and updating tools • Supporting marketing and event tasks as needed What we’re looking for: • This is not a graduate/entry-level role - we’re looking for someone with some hands-on experience in a professional services environment, whether that’s in an administrative, operations, or a team assistant role. • Someone highly organised, detail-focused, and ready to take ownership • A team player who’s not afraid to roll up their sleeves • Strong communication and coordination skills • Proactive mindset - you don’t wait to be told what’s broken • Curious, ambitious, and interested in long-term progression in business ops or office management What we offer: • £32,000 - £40,000 base salary • 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays • Vitality healthcare, enhanced mental health support, and half-price gym • Life assurance (2x salary) and People’s Pension Scheme • Regular team incentives and social events • A clear runway to grow with a scaling business If you’re someone who spots the details others miss, takes pride in getting things done properly, and wants to build a career in operations, we’d love to hear from you. To apply please send an email, with your CV to

The role of an Inquest Assistant for a Local Authority Sector involves providing administrative and legal support to ensure the smooth handling of inquest cases.This temporary position, based in London, requires a keen eye for detail and a strong foundation in legal processes.Client Details The org

As a Paralegal/Legal Assistant in our Commercial Property department, you will provide dedicated legal and administrative support, assisting with everything from drafting documents and managing deeds to liaising with clients and handling post-completion matters. Paralegal/Legal Assistant - Commercia

As an Executive Assistant you will provide administrative, financial and file management support for the respective legal practise area.

Legal support is integral to the success of our lawyers and clients - joining as a Legal Support Assistant (Legal PA/Secretary) you will receive training and support from the existing and highly experienced support team. With some legal support or similar administrative experience from a previous ro

Executive Assistant page is loaded## Executive Assistantlocations: Londonposted on: Posted 6 Days Agojob requisition id: JR101079About the roleAs an Executive Assistant you will provide administrative, financial and file management support for the respective legal practise area.

Business Support and Executive Assistant. Provide business and administrative support for the Executive Leadership Team (ELT):. Manage all aspects of Executive travel and associated meetings/events including presentations, legal documents, accommodation, transfers, meetings, conference fees and comp

About the Role: The position is with the Corporate Legal Department, consisting of 5 lawyers, 3 paralegals and 1 legal administrative assistant, reporting directly to the Associate General Counsel, International Corporate. Excellent company law knowledge, in particular in the areas of corporate tran

Our law firm client is currently seeking a reliable and detail-oriented administrative assistant to join their team on a permanent basis. Based in beautifully appointed offices in Chancery Lane, this full-time role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a respected legal firm.

Wedlake Bell are recruiting for a Team Assistant to support our Commercial Property team. The Team Assistant will provide legal secretarial and administrative support to the secretarial team, working alongside our legal secretaries to ensure excellent service is provided both our fee-earners and our

Legal Support Assistant - Business Crime & Regulatory. JMW's Business Crime & Regulatory department are looking for an organised and adaptable individual to join our growing Professional Misconduct team as a Legal Support Assistant, providing case management administrative assistance to our team of

Residential Property Legal Secretary / Assistant. A small West End property law firm require an experienced residential property PA or secretary to provide full secretarial PA and administrative support to a Partner and senior lawyer who deal with a mixture of high end residential property transacti

Previously worked as a Family Secretary, Family Legal Secretary, Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Legal Clerk or in a similar role. Supporting legal aid matters and applications, including CCMS processes. Experience as a legal secretary or in a similar administrative role, idea

The Legal Operations Assistant supports the effective functioning of the Mace Legal team, providing high‑quality process, administrative, and legal support. Legal Operations and Administration:.

As a Legal Personal Assistant based in our London office, you’ll be at the heart of our legal operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Previous experience in a legal assistant or administrative support role. As an Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid

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