Senior Administrator / PA

  • Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
  • Chester, Cheshire
  • Apr 22, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

Your new companyMy client, a leading law firm based in the heart of Chester city centre, is seeking a professional Senior Administrator/PA to join their team on a permanent basis. I am seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to support and assist the Practice Manager, Quality & Risk Manager and Performance & Growth Director.Your new roleThe position is offered full time Monday to Friday with a hybrid model in place. The successful candidate will need to be able to prioritise a busy and varied workload and have a proven track record of working in a fast-paced office environment. The role requires excellent communication, relationship building and organisational skills.Some of your duties will include but not limited to. Responding to all correspondence including phone calls, emails and lettersScheduling appointments and organising diary entries Prepare reports, presentations, and meeting materialsMaintain filing systems (digital and physical) and ensure data confidentialityDeal with sensitive and confidential matters in a professional mannerAssist with the co-ordination of training and the firm's appraisal and promotion process.Help with the induction and onboarding requirements for all new starters.Be the first point of contact for facility queries and assist with co-ordination of facilities, security and health & safety matters.Co-ordinate DBS checks.Providing cover for the receptionist's lunch break and other occasions as required.What you'll need to succeedPrevious experience as a senior administrator/PA is essential for this position.Excellent attention to detail.Strong organisational skills.Excellent time management skills.Ability to prioritise and multitask efficiently.Strong written and verbal communication abilities.Have a good knowledge of Microsoft Office, such as Outlook, Word, ExcelWhat you'll get in returnExcellent working environment Superb city centre location Supportive and friendly team What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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