Legal admin workers are responsible for the smooth running of an office, usually within a law firm, providing support to legal professionals. Responsibilities include arranging meetings and dealing with clients and partner agencies
The legal admin worker may be involved in the organising of training and managing the firm’s finances. They are often required to get involved with marketing the firm and may have staff to train and supervise. They may be required to deal with customer queries, keep records and write reports as well as set up meetings and write up agendas
Qualifications required for this position are usually related to marketing, business administration or human resources, with strong written and verbal communication skills essential as well as computer literacy. Organisational skills are important, as is the ability to work using initiative. Understanding of business matters and the roles of the professionals that will be served within the organisation is desirable
This high level role requires highly experienced and qualified individuals. The average salary applicants can expect to earn is £21,000 per annum, with higher earnings of up to £23,000 possible with experience.