Team Assistant – Multi-National Law Firm, Manchester | Salary: Up to £22,000
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Team Assistant to join a multi-national law firm based in Manchester. As a vital member of the firm, you will be stationed in the office, collaborating closely with a dedicated team of Team Assistants.
In this role, you will be responsible for delivering comprehensive administrative support to the Partners, fee earners, and PAs across all departments. This role offers a diverse range of tasks that provide a breadth of experience, allowing you to develop a diverse set of skills within the dynamic environment of a professional city firm.
Responsibilities include:
- Working as an integral part of the fee earner support team
- Exceptional client service skills
- Filing and file management, including file opening and closing
- Assisting at internal and external seminars
- Producing and engrossing documents
- Scheduling and compiling bibles of documents
- Obtaining official copy documents from various local authorities and other third-party search providers
- Using the Land Registry Portal and other online search services
- Filing of deeds, documents, correspondence, and other documentation
- Maintaining filing and document management systems
- Assisting with the administration of file archiving and retrieval service
- Scanning, photocopying, and printing
- Ad hoc administrative duties where required
- Provide support and cover for administrative staff and assist other departments as required
- Assisting with incoming/outgoing post duties
- Covering reception when required
Person Specification:
- Enthusiastic and flexible
- An ability to operate autonomously with minimum supervision – a self-starter
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
- The flexibility to work outside normal hours may be required from time to time
- A thorough understanding of Microsoft Office
- Previous experience in an administrative role (desirable)
- Strong attention to detail with a methodical and logical approach
- An effective and committed team player
- Ability to use initiative and apply common sense
- Ability to effectively handle and prioritise competing demands and work within deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A positive and proactive attitude
Salary for this role is up to £22,000 DOE plus benefits. This is a full-time office-based role.
Lily Shippen is a leading business and executive support recruitment agency in Manchester, specialising in recruiting top talent for roles such as Team Assistants, Executive Assistants, and Office Managers.
We connect businesses with exceptional candidates, providing tailored solutions for both temporary and permanent positions. Our expertise extends to HR recruitment, allowing us to support a range of organisations, including those looking to hire for founders, business roles, celebrity positions, and private roles. We serve clients across the UK, including major cities like London, Leeds, Birmingham, Liverpool, and Bristol. Whether you need a dedicated Team Assistant or a skilled HR professional, we are here to help you find the right fit for your organisation.