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Office Angels is recruiting on behalf of a client in Newcastle city centre for an Administrative Assistant to provide vital administrative support to the in-house legal team. This role is ideal for someone organised, proactive, and self-motivated, capable of supporting a busy legal function while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. You will report directly to the Head of Legal and play a key role in keeping the legal team organised and efficient.
Job Responsibility:
Provide administrative support to the legal department, including filing, scanning, photocopying, typing, document drafting and formatting, and managing legal files
Organise schedules, appointments, and deadlines for the legal team to ensure timely completion of tasks
Assist with preparation and organisation of legal correspondence and documentation
Liaise professionally with colleagues across the business and with external advisers
Handle incoming calls, emails, and enquiries, ensuring the legal team can respond promptly
Support Companies House filings and other compliance-related administration under guidance from the legal team
Assist with data protection compliance, including preparing data protection impact assessments and handling data subject requests (with support from the legal team)
Depending on experience, provide administrative input for legal contract reviews and company governance processes
Requirements:
Excellent planning, organisation, and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to adapt and re prioritise to meet the needs of the legal department
Ability to work efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Previous experience supporting a legal team/function is advantageous but not essential
A keen interest in law is advantageous but not essential
Audio typing of dictations and legal notes is advantageous but not essential
Nice to have:
Previous experience supporting a legal team/function
A keen interest in law
Audio typing of dictations and legal notes
What we offer:
Weekly pay during temporary contract
28 days annual leave (accrued, inclusive of bank holidays)
Pension scheme with employer contributions
Eye-care vouchers and high-street discount schemes
Access to professional development and training opportunities