Legal Administrator (6 Month FTC)

Legal Administrator (6 Month FTC)

A fantastic opportunity for an outgoing, enthusiastic and hardworking Legal Administrator to join a leading UK law firm on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract.  You will support the Corporate, Film & TV groups with general administration tasks and assist with streamlining processes. 

What’s On Offer:

  • Salary to £31,000
  • 6-month fixed-term contract
  • Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)
  • Highly autonomous role and a selection of employee benefits

Legal Administrator – What You’ll Be Doing:

  • File opening and closing processes, including post completion routines
  • Admin tasks for the Conveyancing Quality Scheme audits
  • Photocopying and scanning
  • All aspects of the billing process and accounting processes, including claiming expenses
  • Maintaining client files both electronically and in hard copy where required, including sorting, collating and filing emails and correspondence/documents
  •  Managing processes using the firm’s network IT systems and databases, including Filesite, Aderant, Microsoft Office and Search Acumen
  •  Liaising with other departments including Compliance and Finance
  • Managing workload issues; takes ownership of enquiries and ensures any issues are referred/delegated to the appropriate person and dealt with in a timely fashion
  • Providing ad hoc support to the group as required including searches and research

Legal Administrator – What We’re Looking For:

  • 1+ years of administration experience gained within a law firm
  • Excellent IT and good numeracy skills
  • Team player and a positive and proactive approach to your work
  • Strong attention to detail
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