Legal Administrator (Central Services)

A leading law firm in the Newcastle area is looking to recruit a Legal Administrator to join its Central Support function.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a collaborative and supportive firm that provides legal services across a number of law areas.  You will play a key role in keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. Working closely with Solicitors, Partners and colleagues across the business, you'll provide essential administrative support while helping to deliver an outstanding experience for both clients and staff.

The Role

• Provide administrative support to Solicitors, Partners and wider teams.
• Manage incoming and outgoing post, including registered and recorded mail.
• Maintain both paper and electronic client files.
• Handle telephone and email enquiries.
• Scan, copy and upload documents.
• Assist with reception duties and welcome clients.
• Retrieve archived files when required.
• Order office supplies and support the smooth running of the office.
• Carry out general administrative duties as needed.

About You

• Previous administration experience, ideally within a legal or professional services environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workload.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, with experience of case management systems beneficial.
• Professional, reliable and able to handle confidential information with discretion.
• A positive team player with a proactive and adaptable approach.

What's on Offer

You'll be joining a firm that genuinely values its people and has built a culture centred around collaboration, innovation and delivering an exceptional service.

Benefits include:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Paid birthday leave.
• The option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment where new ideas are encouraged and career development is supported.

If you're an organised administrator looking to join a busy, professional legal environment where your contribution will be genuinely valued, then please send your CV across to Justine at j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk