Average Legal Administrator salary in the UK

An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary / Legal Administrator to join a well-established law firm offering clear, practical legal advice across areas including personal injury, family law, employment, and clinical negligence. As a Legal Secretary / Legal Administrator, you will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support within a busy personal injury team, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the office. This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £24,000 - £26,000 and benefits. You will be responsible for: Acting as the first point of contact for clients and visitorsHandling inbound calls and general front-of-house dutiesProducing legal documentation through audio and copy typingSupporting fee earners with a range of administrative tasksManaging filing, scanning, and document organisationProcessing incoming and outgoing correspondence What we are looking for: Previously worked as a Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Legal Clerk or in a similar role.Proven experience of 2 years working in a law firmStrong audio typing capabilityConfident user of Microsoft Word and ExcelA professional, approachable, and client-focused manner What’s on offer: Competitive salary Company pension schemeChristmas closure without the need to use annual leaveRecognition initiatives, including birthday awards This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary seeking a secure role within a respected legal practice. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established law firm in Henley-on-Thames, who are looking for a Legal Administrator to support their busy Property Department.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in administration who enjoys being part of a supportive team and takes pride in delivering excellent client service. Legal experience is not required for this role, but would be considered an advantage. Working closely with solicitors and fee earners, you will play a key role in the smooth running of the property team.Duties will include:Providing administrative support to the property departmentAssisting with residential property transactions from instruction to completionPreparing and formatting legal documents and correspondenceLiaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other third partiesManaging files, maintaining records, and ensuring deadlines are metHandling telephone calls and emails in a professional and friendly mannerSkills and Experience Required:Previous experience within Administration is essentialStrong organisational skills with excellent attention to detailConfident communication skills and a warm, professional mannerAbility to manage multiple tasks and work well under pressureProficient in Microsoft OfficeWhat's on offer:A supportive team environment who encourage individual growth and developmentCompetitive salary depending on experienceBeautiful Henley-on-Thames locationPossible hybrid arrangement offered long termIf you’re looking to join a welcoming firm where your contribution will truly be valued, we’d love to hear from you.

A well-established and growing legal practice is seeking a Legal Administrator to join its busy and supportive Wills, Trusts & Probate team.This is a full-time position and would suit someone who enjoys working in a professional, fast-paced environment with varied responsibilities. The role will involve working across two local offices (Poole/Ringwood), as required by business needs, with scope for hybrid working.No prior trust administration experience is essential, as full training will be provided. However, the role would suit someone with a strong attention to detail, good Excel skills, and the ability to understand complex concepts while managing multiple tasks. Candidates with experience or accounts, finance, banking, education or legal are particularly encouraged to apply.You’ll be joining a progressive firm with a strong focus on development, collaboration, and quality of service. The firm offers clear career progression based on a broad range of competencies, along with opportunities to develop additional skills such as leadership, business development, and time management.Key ResponsibilitiesAssisting with trust compliance mattersManaging and maintaining a trust databaseMonitoring and managing key dates and compliance diariesSupporting trust annual reviewsAssisting with the administration and ongoing management of a large portfolio of trustsProviding general administrative support to the wider teamAbout YouHighly organised with excellent attention to detailComfortable working with Excel and dataAble to grasp complex information and processesConfident managing multiple tasks and deadlinesProfessional, proactive, and self-motivatedBenefits package includes:Competitive salaryAbove-average holiday allowanceEnhanced pension contributionsGym membershipHealthcare schemeIf you’re looking to build a long-term career within a forward-thinking legal environment that genuinely invests in its people, this is an excellent opportunity.