An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Executive Assistant to join the Family team of a highly regarded law firm based in Central London.
This is a varied and fast-paced position supporting Partners and Fee Earners, where you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department. We’re looking for a proactive, highly organised EA who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys building strong relationships with colleagues and clients alike.
This role offers the chance to become an integral part of a successful team, providing first-class executive support while contributing to the wider operational and financial success of the department.
The Role
As the Family Legal EA, you will:
- Provide comprehensive Executive Assistant support to Partners and Fee Earners within the Family team.
- Manage busy diaries, coordinate meetings, organise UK and international travel, and oversee inbox and telephone management.
- Prepare, amend and format legal documents and correspondence to a consistently high standard.
- Handle legal administration including file opening and closing, billing, document production and electronic filing.
- Coordinate internal and external meetings, seminars and webinars, including room bookings, technology setup and hospitality.
- Manage the department’s document management system, knowledge resources and key contact information.
- Prepare agendas, arrange departmental meetings, take minutes where required and follow up on action points.
- Liaise with internal departments including Finance, HR, IT and Office Services to ensure seamless support across the team.
- Assist with the preparation of court bundles, client documentation and other legal materials where required.
- Support financial processes including billing, work in progress (WIP) management and aged debt monitoring.
- Help coordinate new joiner onboarding, training schedules, CPD records and departmental initiatives.
- Provide guidance and day-to-day support to junior secretarial staff, helping to maintain consistently high service standards.
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring a professional and responsive service at all times.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Previous experience as a Legal Executive Assistant or Senior Legal PA within a law firm.
- Ideally experience supporting a Family law team, although candidates from other legal disciplines with strong EA experience will also be considered.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong diary management and coordination experience.
- Experience with billing, WIP management and legal administrative processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience using legal document management systems such as iManage.
- A proactive, solutions-focused attitude with exceptional attention to detail.
- The confidence to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a busy team.
What’s on Offer
- Opportunity to join a respected and established law firm in the heart of Central London.
- A collaborative, supportive and professional working environment.
- A varied and rewarding Executive Assistant role with genuine responsibility.
- Competitive salary and excellent benefits package.
- Long-term career development and progression opportunities.
For more information please apply directly or contact Jess at AJ Chambers.
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