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Overview

We are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and reliable Assistant to the Practice Manager to support the smooth day-to-day running of the firm. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, excellent communication ability, and the capacity to multitask effectively in a busy legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily administrative support to the Practice Manager across all operational areas.
• Assist with HR tasks, including onboarding, maintaining staff records, tracking attendance, and coordinating training.
• Support compliance processes, including updating policies, monitoring deadlines, and ensuring adherence to SRA, GDPR, and other regulatory requirements.
• Handle general office administration, such as scheduling meetings, organising staff rotas, monitoring supplies, and maintaining office equipment.
• Assist with managing staff queries and acting as a point of contact for internal communication.
• Support financial administration, including timesheet monitoring, invoicing assistance, and liaising with accounts where required.
• Help coordinate internal audits, risk assessments, and file reviews.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records and logs for the Practice Manager.
• Assist with recruitment–posting job adverts, scheduling interviews, and preparing documentation.
• Support the Practice Manager with projects, reporting, and workflow improvements.
• Ensure the office environment remains organised, professional, and compliant at all times.

Requirements

• Strong administrative or office management experience (legal sector preferred but not essential).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally.
• Good IT skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proactive, reliable, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Understanding of SRA or regulatory compliance.
• HR or administrative qualifications (advantageous but not essential).

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive working environment
• Opportunity to progress within the operations team

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person