Family Legal Executive Assistant

Job description

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Executive Assistant to join the Family team of a highly regarded law firm based in Central London.

This is a varied and fast-paced position supporting Partners and Fee Earners, where you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department. We're looking for a proactive, highly organised EA who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys building strong relationships with colleagues and clients alike.

This role offers the chance to become an integral part of a successful team, providing first-class executive support while contributing to the wider operational and financial success of the department.

The Role

As the Family Legal EA, you will:

• Provide comprehensive Executive Assistant support to Partners and Fee Earners within the Family team.
• Manage busy diaries, coordinate meetings, organise UK and international travel, and oversee inbox and telephone management.
• Prepare, amend and format legal documents and correspondence to a consistently high standard.
• Handle legal administration including file opening and closing, billing, document production and electronic filing.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, seminars and webinars, including room bookings, technology setup and hospitality.
• Manage the department's document management system, knowledge resources and key contact information.
• Prepare agendas, arrange departmental meetings, take minutes where required and follow up on action points.
• Liaise with internal departments including Finance, HR, IT and Office Services to ensure seamless support across the team.
• Assist with the preparation of court bundles, client documentation and other legal materials where required.
• Support financial processes including billing, work in progress (WIP) management and aged debt monitoring.
• Help coordinate new joiner onboarding, training schedules, CPD records and departmental initiatives.
• Provide guidance and day-to-day support to junior secretarial staff, helping to maintain consistently high service standards.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring a professional and responsive service at all times.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Legal Executive Assistant or Senior Legal PA within a law firm.
• Ideally experience supporting a Family law team, although candidates from other legal disciplines with strong EA experience will also be considered.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong diary management and coordination experience.
• Experience with billing, WIP management and legal administrative processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience using legal document management systems such as iManage.
• A proactive, solutions-focused attitude with exceptional attention to detail.
• The confidence to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a busy team.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a respected and established law firm in the heart of Central London.
• A collaborative, supportive and professional working environment.
• A varied and rewarding Executive Assistant role with genuine responsibility.
• Competitive salary and excellent benefits package.
• Long-term career development and progression opportunities.

For more information please apply directly or contact Jess at AJ Chambers.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English