Job Description
Practice Team Assistant (3 x 12-Month FTC Roles)
London - City
Full-time | Fixed-Term Contract
Join one of the world's leading global law firms through an exciting opportunity to work as a Practice Team Assistant across three key practice areas: Disputes, Real Estate, and Finance.
The Opportunity
We are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious international law firm seeking three Practice Team Assistants to support busy legal teams. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to build their career within a top tier legal setting.
Key Responsibilities
You will play a key role in supporting fee earners and PAs, including:
* Delivering high quality, accurate work while managing competing priorities and deadlines
* Preparing, formatting and managing legal documents, including printing, scanning and filing
* Assisting with billing processes, including pre-bills and e-billing
* Supporting client and matter administration, ensuring data is kept up to date
* Coordinating meetings, travel and events, including client hospitality
* Managing communications and providing a professional first point of contact
* Assisting with new business intake processes and general team administration
About You
We are looking for enthusiastic and detail oriented candidates who can thrive in a team environment. You will have:
* A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English (grades A-C / 9-4)
* At least 18 months' experience in an administrative role
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* High attention to detail and strong proofreading ability
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
This is a rare opportunity to gain experience within a globally recognised law firm, across highly regarded practice areas. You'll develop valuable skills, work alongside experienced professionals, and enhance your long term career prospects.