Ryder Reid Legal Ltd
Administrative & Legal Support Assistant (12-Month FTC) | US Law Firm | Hybrid
We're proud to be partnering with a well-established international law firm with a strong London presence. They are looking to hire a dynamic Administrative & Legal Support Assistant on a 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract to cover maternity leave.
This opportunity offers a diverse mix of responsibilities, combining office coordination, legal support, and front-of-house duties in a busy and professional setting.
What does this role offer:
- Hybrid working: 4 days in the office, 1 day from home (possible flex for 3/2 the right person)
- Central London office location
- Competitive salary (based on experience)
- Broad role with exposure across operations and legal teams
- Small, friendly, collaborative working environment within a global business
Key Responsibilities:
- Delivering day-to-day administrative assistance to team members
- Overseeing general office coordination
- Supporting workplace compliance processes, including health and safety activities
- Acting as a key contact for travel bookings and accommodation arrangements
- Reception duties and welcoming visitors when required
- Helping organise internal functions and client-facing events
- Managing relationships with office service providers and ensuring smooth operations
- Assisting with research and project tasks
- Providing cover for secretarial duties during team absences or peak workloads
- Supporting with system administration
What we're looking for:
- Around 2+ years' experience in an administration, secretarial or operational role within a law firm or professional services environment
- Confident user of Microsoft Office
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organisational ability with a keen eye for detail
- Able to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure
- A proactive, flexible mindset with a willingness to support across multiple areas
- Professional and approachable, with the ability to build strong working relationships
If you're seeking a varied position where no two days are the same, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected global firm and gain valuable experience.
Apply now with your CV and take the next step in your career – don't miss this opportunity!
Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.
Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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