Legal Administrator – 12-Month Contract
Location: London
Working pattern: Hybrid – ideally 2 days per week in the office, minimum 1 day
Contract: 12 months, full-time
We are currently supporting a leading global life sciences organisation with the appointment of a Legal Administrator on a 12-month contract.
The role will provide administrative support to a team of senior lawyers, working across the US and Europe, as well as supporting the wider Clinical R&D organisation.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced administrator who is highly organised, proactive and confident working with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, international environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing domestic and international travel bookings
- Processing and supporting Concur expense claims
- Coordinating meetings and room bookings
- Supporting DocuSign-related requests
- Raising purchase order requests
- Handling and resolving invoice queries
- Organising couriers and other logistical requirements
- Managing general bookings, including restaurants and team socials
- Triaging incoming mail and emails to the Legal team
- Providing general administrative support to the Legal function
- Working with stakeholders across the UK, US and Germany
About You
We are looking for someone with strong administrative experience who can take ownership
You will ideally have:
- Previous experience in a busy administrative or professional services environment
- Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Confidence communicating with senior stakeholders
- Experience supporting multiple stakeholders across different locations
- A proactive, can-do approach and the ability to work independently
- Experience working with systems, processes and governed environments
- Patience and resilience when working through detailed processes
- The ability to prioritise competing requests while maintaining accuracy
- A personable and confident approach to working with people at all levels
- The ability to learn new systems and processes quickly
Experience within legal, pharmaceutical, biotech or another highly regulated environment would be advantageous, but is not essential.
Contract Details
- 12-month full-time contract
Administrator in London employer: Discover International
Discover International is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, particularly in the dynamic field of drug safety surveillance. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have ample opportunities for growth and mentorship while working alongside industry experts in the vibrant setting of Greater London. The hybrid work model not only promotes work-life balance but also allows you to engage directly with your team, enhancing both professional relationships and project outcomes.
