Legal Administrator / Secretary in Milton Keynes

Base pay range

An excellent opportunity to join a leading international law firm in a senior administrative and secretarial role, providing proactive and high-quality support to partners and fee‑earners. This is a key role within a busy, fast‑paced environment, offering valuable experience, structured training, and genuine career development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional executive support to partners and fee‑earners, ensuring outstanding client service
• Manage complex diaries, travel, meetings, and client events
• Prepare meeting papers, agendas, and first‑draft correspondence for review
• Liaise confidently with clients, handling non‑legal queries and supporting billing and reporting processes
• Coordinate client events, seminars and presentations in collaboration with Business Development
• Support the preparation of bids, tenders and marketing materials
• Oversee financial administration including billing, expenses, and matter management
• Manage document production, formatting, proofreading, and document comparisons
• Create and maintain Excel datasets, PowerPoint presentations and Word documents to firm standards
• Coach and support junior team members, ensuring high service standards are maintained

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 18 months’ experience in a secretarial/administrative role
• Proven ability to provide proactive, high-quality support to busy teams
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a confident, professional manner
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritise and use initiative
• Flexible, adaptable and team‑oriented with a commitment to excellence

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional to join a high‑performing team within a firm known for its collaborative and supportive culture. You’ll be encouraged to take ownership, develop your skills and contribute to the firm’s commitment to client service excellence.

Salary up to £31,000 plus benefits, based in the Milton Keynes office with hybrid working: 2 days working from home, 3 days in the office.

Please attach an MS Word version of your CV. If you do not hear back within one week, please assume you have been unsuccessful. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications, individual feedback cannot be provided.

Keywords: Executive Assistant | Legal Secretary | PA | Legal Support | Professional Services | Client Relationship Management

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Administrative

Industries: Office Administration, Legal Services, Law Practice