Legal Personal Assistant

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Legal PA (Contracts) | London | Up to £50,000 | Hybrid (3 days office)

If you’re a Legal PA who wants variety, exposure and genuinely career-enhancing experience — not just another stopgap — this is where things get interesting.

I’m currently working on multiple high-quality contract roles across London with respected law firms who value their support teams properly (yes, they do exist).

These aren’t “fill the gap and keep the lights on” roles.

These are strategic hires where you’ll be embedded, trusted and relied upon.

The opportunities

• 12–18 month contracts across:
• Disputes
• Banking
• Partner / Head of Department support
• Specialist areas including cyber and emerging practice areas
• Salaries ranging from £48,000 – £50,000
• Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office)
• Exposure to senior stakeholders, including Partner and leadership level

What you’ll be doing

You already know the drill — but at a level that actually stretches you:

• Complex diary and stakeholder management across busy teams
• High-level document work, coordination and matter support
• Acting as a true right hand to senior fee earners
• Getting involved in the running of the practice, not just admin

Why these roles stand out

Let’s be honest — not all contracts are created equal.

These give you:

• Credibility on your CV (the kind that opens doors later)
• Real exposure to senior people and high-value work
• The chance to test a firm before committing long-term
• A smart move if you’re between roles or want to be strategic about your next step

Who this suits

• Experienced Legal PAs who can hit the ground running
• Someone who enjoys pace, variety and being relied upon
• PAs who want their next move to add weight to their CV — not just fill a gap

SAM Insight

The best Legal PAs don’t just look for permanence anymore — they look for progression, exposure and positioning.

A well-chosen contract can do more for your career than the wrong permanent role.