- Coordinate travel bookings
Team Assistant - Central London
Salary: £35,000-£38,000 Full‑time | Permanent
Hybrid working conditions
The Firm
A long‑established, growing law firm ranked within the top 200 in England. Known for its modern, forward‑thinking approach, the firm is recognised as a leader in its specialist practice areas. Their ethos centres on delivering exceptional client service through expertise, strong relationships and professionalism.
The Role
A fantastic opportunity to join a high‑performing legal team in a busy, client‑facing support role. The Team Assistant will act as a workflow manager, coordinating document production, file management and administrative support across the department. You’ll develop a strong understanding of client needs and play a key part in ensuring seamless support for fee‑earners.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative Support
- Manage electronic diaries and ensure solicitors are prepared for daily meetings
- Arrange meetings, conference rooms, refreshments and liaise with attendees
- Coordinate travel bookings
- Handle photocopying, printing, couriers and outgoing correspondence
- Oversee file opening/closing and general record‑keeping
- Maintain systems to ensure tasks are completed within required timeframes
- Support marketing activities, including submissions, pitches and presentations
Communication
- Manage internal and external calls, ensuring timely message handling
- Monitor emails/post and redirect client correspondence appropriately
- Liaise with business support teams on behalf of solicitors
- Coordinate planned absences and arrange cover where needed
Client Relationship Management
- Become familiar with key clients and contacts
- Maintain and update client information on internal systems
- Handle basic client queries and general administration
- Arrange client meetings
Document Production
- Check and quality‑assure documents produced by the support team
- Type urgent or confidential correspondence
- Produce and maintain Excel spreadsheets
Financial Administration
- Support solicitors with daily time recording
- Assist with billing, credit control and financial reporting
- Request cheques, bank transfers and manage incoming payments
- Support expense management and ensure correct client billing
Team Responsibilities
- Provide support to colleagues when capacity allows
- Pick up calls for team members when they are away from their desk
- Work collaboratively with other legal and support departments
- Cover fee‑earners when their usual assistant is absent
- Undertake any additional duties as required
Person Specification
- Typing speed of at least 60 wpm
- Strong MS Office skills (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent telephone manner and communication skills
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Calm under pressure and able to meet tight deadlines
- Proactive, dependable and solution‑focused
- Approachable, enthusiastic and able to build trust quickly
Benefits
- Competitive salary (£35-£38K)
- Private Medical Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Income Protection
- Contributory Pension
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Reduced gym membership
- Discount vouchers
- Season Ticket Loan
- Additional 2 days off at Christmas
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Team Assistant employer: Eden Recruitment Ltd
Eden Recruitment Ltd offers an exceptional work environment for those seeking to thrive in the fast-paced world of hedge funds. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and professional growth, employees benefit from working closely with a respected leadership team in the heart of Mayfair, where innovation and entrepreneurial spirit are at the forefront. The company fosters a culture of support and development, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to excel and make a meaningful impact.
