Legal Secretary
13 days ago
London
Legal Secretary \n\n • Annual Salary: £40k\n, • Location: London\n, • Job Type: Office based (Hybrid after 3 months) \n\n We are seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to join a specialist law firm based in the heart of the City. This role is ideal for someone with a background in administrative support, within a law firm that is looking to join a small but cohesive team. The successful candidate will coordinate meetings, manage office events, and support various administrative tasks. \n Day-to-day of the role: \n\n • Coordinate all meetings, webinars, and client-facing event logistics including catering, RSVPs, room and technology setup, name badges, tracking, and engagement.\n, • Provide word processing support, dictation, document amendments, and document production.\n, • Plan and manage office events, coordinating with internal and external resources, managing event budgets.\n, • Handle calendar management, travel, and meeting planning.\n, • Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes with HR & IT, including tracking of mandatory training specific to roles.\n, • Assist with marketing and client development activities/events.\n, • Manage timekeeping support and expense reimbursements.\n, • Coordinate NDAs and support records management including information storage, retention, and retrieval.\n, • Manage stationery orders and inventory.\n, • Coordinate courier services and act as first-line IT support when necessary.\n, • Assist HR with surveys and operations of the London office space including space assessment and planning.\n, • Manage the purchasing of equipment, furniture, and supplies.\n, • Oversee office service operations including mail, messenger, and reception services.\n, • Work with the US team on updating emergency preparedness and disaster recovery plans.\n, • Provide backup support to Legal, Finance & Ops Administrator in creating client matters, file openings, and engagement letters.\n\n Required Skills & Qualifications: \n\n • Minimum of 2-3 years of administrative experience, preferably at a law firm.\n, • Strong technical skills with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.\n, • Proficiency with 3E strongly preferred and document management systems, NetDocs preferred.\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n, • Exceptional attention to detail.\n, • Ability to handle multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.\n, • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.\n, • Ability to maintain and manage confidential information.\n, • Willingness to work occasional overtime as needed.\n\n Education: \n\n • Associates or Undergraduate degree in Business or a relevant field, or equivalent work experience.\n\n Benefits: \n\n • Competitive salary and benefits package.\n, • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.\n, • Professional growth and development opportunities.\n\n If this sounds like your next opportunity and you meet the minimum requirements then I look forward to receiving your application.