Legal Personal Assistant

Company: William James Recruitment
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

About the Job

Commercial / Corporate – Legal PA – Up to £35,000 salary

This is a fantastic chance to join a global leading legal practice. They are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to become part of the Corporate team.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving complex problems, and want to contribute to a standard of legal excellence, this is the opportunity for you!

What you’ll do

  • Coordinate with clients on new instructions, ensuring seamless operations
  • Efficiently handle incoming and outgoing mail, guaranteeing that deadlines are always met
  • Prioritise workloads effectively, ensuring clear communication within the team and adherence to timelines
  • Assist with diary management, travel arrangements, and administrative support, enabling fee earners to focus on delivering results
  • Implement innovative processes to enhance team productivity while keeping pace with the latest technology and client needs
  • Support partners with billing, compliance, and tracking KPIs to meet performance goals
  • Manage tight deadlines, ensuring readiness for transactions
  • Facilitate billing, file closures, and finance-related inquiries to ensure smooth team operations

What you’ll bring

  • Exceptional communication and organisation: A multitasker who effectively manages priorities and delivers results
  • Experience within a legal setting is preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management software (preferably Partner for Windows)
  • Your work is accurate and well-presented, with a strong focus on clarity
  • You excel in client care, ensuring everyone feels valued
  • A proactive approach to enhancing efficiency and overcoming challenges
  • Discreet, with an understanding of when to escalate concerns to senior management
  • You thrive in a collaborative environment, working alongside a talented team of professionals

The Benefits and How to Apply

  • Up to £35,000 depending on experience
  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays & festive closure
  • Private health and dental insurance
  • Superb working environment
  • Hybrid working
  • Generous company pension
  • Ongoing training & development with progression opportunities

Apply in the strictest of confidence via telephone or online.

Contact Tara Halliwell (Retained Consultant)

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0793 999 2563

Email: tara.halliwell@williamjamesrecruitment.com

Posted: April 1st, 2026