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Legal Administrator

Posted: 13/11/25
Recruiter:Hays
Reference:3026131343
Type:Permanent
Salary:£30,000 Annual
Location:London
Description: Working for a prestigious law firm in central London - Fully office based

Your new company
A professional legal company looking for an organised individual to join the team within the Crime & Regulatory department. The role is based in Central London and is fully office-based. Applications for this role are being reviewed and considered immediately.

Your new role

  • Maintain and manage legal files, including opening, closing, and accurate document filing
  • Coordinate fee earners' diaries, schedule meetings and appointments, and assist with marketing activities and events.
  • Monitor incoming document production tasks and ensure timely completion
  • Prepare billing guides and draft invoices with fee earner input, supporting efficient billing processes
  • Liaise with external parties and other stakeholders in criminal and police misconduct cases
  • Process expense forms and third-party payments in line with internal deadlines
  • Provide cross-team support during staff shortages and collaborate with the Legal Support Team Leader
  • Communicate professionally with colleagues and clients across the firm
  • Assist with departmental coordination, including recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, trainee rotations, and event planning.

What you'll need to succeed
  • Demonstrates initiative and thrives when working independently, especially in high-pressure environments or when faced with tight or unexpected deadlines.
  • Skilled at managing competing priorities and aligning workload with stakeholder expectations
  • Flexible and responsive to shifting tasks and evolving business needs
  • Comfortable with technology and proficient in a range of IT systems
  • Committed to maintaining strict confidentiality and upholding professional integrity
  • Familiar with case management platforms such as Proclaim, i-Manage, and In-Tapp
  • Brings hands-on experience in Business Crime and Regulatory law within the legal industry

What you'll get in return
  • A minimum of 25 days' annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus office closure between Christmas and New Year
  • Travel Insurance - covering you and eligible family members
  • Employee Pension Scheme - SMART pension scheme
  • Income Protection - cover of up to 75% of salary
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Annual Promotion Opportunities

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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