Legal Administrator

  • Hays
  • Edinburgh, Midlothian
  • Jul 05, 2025
Seasonal Administration

Job Description

Legal Administrator Edinburgh Temporary

Your new company
This prestigious organisation based in Edinburgh requires a hands-on, Legal Administrator to join its global and dynamic business.
Your new role
As a passionate and adept individual, your primary responsibility is to manage and execute a range of administrative tasks. By providing excellent servicing to fee earners and other internal stakeholders, you will contribute to improving the operation's productivity.
Key duties include:

  • Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence
  • Maintain and update case files, databases, and filing systems
  • Schedule meetings, court dates, and appointments for solicitors and legal staff
  • Liaise with clients, court officials, and external partners professionally
  • Process invoices and assist with budget tracking and resource management
  • File legal documents with courts and regulatory bodies ahead of deadlines
  • Support the legal team with general administrative tasks including scanning, copying, and archiving
  • Ensure compliance with internal procedures and legal standards

What you'll need to succeed
To ensure your success in this highly visible role, you will have:
  • Previous experience in a legal setting
  • Strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
  • Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information
  • Strong organisational and time management skills

What you'll get in return
  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Career Development
  • Hybrid working


What you need to do now

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