Average Legal Executive salary in London

Executive Assistant – LegalLocation: South West LondonWorking arrangement : Hybrid Contract: PermanentSalary: £38000-£40000pa + bonus + benefitsIs this the role for you?We are recruiting an experienced Legal Executive Assistant to join a highly regarded  legal firm based in South West London.  This newly-created role offers the opportunity to support a busy team, working closely with several fee earners and playing a key part in ensuring efficient, high-quality legal administration.If you have at least 2 years of legal secretarial experience, and thrive in a friendly and sociable environment, this could be an excellent next step for you.What you will do: Support the Employment & Immigration law teamsOversee compliance & administrative processesProactively manage the team’s diariesPrepare bundles and other relevant documentation for court proceedingsWork closely with the rest of the EA team providing support & cover in the event of absenceWhat you’ll bring:You’ll have at least 2 years’ legal secretarial experience, ideally within Employment or Immigration LawWe’re looking for someone with strong communication skills & excellent written English,You’ll need great attention to detail and strong time management skills Why apply?The firm is focused on providing a clear career path with good progression opportunities to their Executive Assistants.  Employees enjoy a great working environment with a hybrid-working policy and generous benefits package.

The Firm Our client, a leading Global law firm are seeking a Legal PA to provide proactive, high-level support to the Managing Partner and Partner of their Digital Legal Delivery practice group, and play a pivotal role in keeping one of the firm's most strategic teams operating seamlessly. The Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity for a highly professional and proactive Legal PA to support the Belfast-based Managing Partner and Partner within the Digital Legal Delivery practice group, as well as providing support to the London-based Practice Manager. The role will suit someone who operates at a true business-partner level and is confident working independently in a fast-paced, complex environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the practice. Duties to include: Providing high-level executive support to the Managing Partner and Partner Supporting the Practice Manager and wider Digital Legal Delivery team Managing complex diaries, inboxes, and meeting coordination Delivering effective project management support across practice initiatives Handling work prioritisation across multiple stakeholders and deadlines Preparing, formatting and managing documentation and correspondence Coordinating with Belfast and London-based teams to ensure seamless support Maintaining exceptionally high standards of organisation, accuracy and attention to detail This Legal PA opportunity is a full-time, permanent role, working Monday - Friday 9.30am -5.30pm. Requirements Minimum 5 years' experience in a Legal PA or equivalent senior support role within a law firm Strong project management skillsExcellent attention to detail Vacancy Highlights Hybrid working arrangement Competitive salary and excellent benefits package To be considered for this Legal PA opportunity, please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion. Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Owen Reed is looking for an Executive Assistant for a top law firm in London.We are working with a highly regarded international law firm to recruit an experienced Executive Assistant to support senior stakeholders within a busy practice. This is a hybrid role (3 days in the office, 2 days from home) offering excellent exposure to high-level legal and business operations.The successful candidate will be proactive, commercially aware, and confident supporting Partners and senior stakeholders in a fast-paced professional services environment.The RoleYou will provide comprehensive executive and practice support, including diary and inbox management, client liaison, document preparation, matter coordination, billing support, and business development assistance. You will act as a trusted adviser, anticipating priorities and ensuring seamless support across legal and business activities.Key ResponsibilitiesProactive diary and inbox management, acting on behalf of stakeholdersGatekeeping, prioritisation, and escalation of key mattersDraft high-quality correspondence and meeting materialsCoordinate meetings, travel, visas, and itinerariesLiaise directly with clients and internal stakeholdersManage document and email filing via iManageSupport matter management, client engagement, and team coordinationAssist with billing cycles, WIP management, and financial administrationSupport marketing, pitches, directories, and client development initiativesCoordinate internal and external events and conferencesKey RequirementsGraduate level education or equivalent professional experienceExperience as an Executive Assistant in a law firm or professional services environmentStrong commercial and financial awarenessAdvanced Microsoft Office skillsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsStrong organisational skills and attention to detailAbility to manage competing priorities and work autonomouslyFlexible approach to working hours