Legal Administrator – 12-Month FTC, Birmingham

Norton Rose LLP; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial law firm is seeking a Legal Administrator for a 12-month maternity cover in Birmingham. The successful candidate will support lawyers with various administrative tasks, ensuring efficiency in the office. Ideal candidates will have prior administrative experience, excellent communication skills, and be IT literate. The firm values quality service and teamwork, offering a supportive environment for growth. Competitive benefits include up to 30 days of holiday, a discretionary bonus, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

25+ days holiday

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative role is essential.
• Experience ideally within a professional services environment.
• Ability to prioritize own workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Processing incoming post.
• Compiling electronic bundles for court.
• Conflict searching and Matter opening.
• Processing incoming requests via departmental inboxes.
• Reprographics and supporting travel requests.

Skills

Quality and customer service driven

IT literate with knowledge of Word, Outlook, and Excel

Confident verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work to deadlines

Enthusiastic and proactive

Job description

A leading commercial law firm is seeking a Legal Administrator for a 12-month maternity cover in Birmingham. The successful candidate will support lawyers with various administrative tasks, ensuring efficiency in the office. Ideal candidates will have prior administrative experience, excellent communication skills, and be IT literate. The firm values quality service and teamwork, offering a supportive environment for growth. Competitive benefits include up to 30 days of holiday, a discretionary bonus, and private medical insurance.