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Legal PA/EA Head of Disputes / Leading UK firm / £55k + 3:2

  • Location

    London

  • Sector:

    Executive Assistant, Legal PA & Secretarial

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £50000 - £55000 per annum + Fantastic list + 2 days WFH

  • Contact:

    David Stoddart

  • Contact email:

    david@jmlegal.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    DSLEADRHOD_1769784108

  • Published:

    about 14 hours ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-03-01

  • Consultant:

    David Stoddart

✨ Legal PA/EA - Head of Dispute Resolution ✨

Salary: £50-55,000

Location: West-End

Hybrid: 2 days from home

Benefits: Fantastic list including Private Medical and Dental insurance, Pension, Health & Well-being packages, Shopping Discounts and many more.

One of London's most respected independent law firms is looking for an exceptional Executive Assistant to join its renowned Dispute Resolution team. This is a rare opportunity to support the Head of Department and another key Partner in a fast‑paced, relationship‑driven practice known for quality and their genuine people‑first culture.

You'll slot into a tight, friendly, can‑do Legal PA/EA team (Team Leader + four excellent assistants) where everyone works hard, supports each other and enjoys what they do.

💼 What You'll Be Doing

  • Acting as a trusted right‑hand to two Partners owning diaries, inboxes, logistics, and anticipating what they need before they know it themselves.
  • Managing complex billing, compliance, WIP and financial admin with confidence, accuracy and autonomy.
  • Delivering seamless coordination of meetings, travel, BD activities, events and client interactions.
  • Running key operational processes, introducing best practice, and being a true ambassador internally and externally.
  • Handling fast‑paced demands with calm efficiency from minute‑taking to project support and everything in between.

🌟 What They're Looking For

  • A polished, proactive PA/EA with law firm experience and a genuine client‑service mindset.
  • Someone who thrives under pressure, adapts to different Partner styles and brings energy every day.
  • Exceptional organisational skills
  • A natural relationship‑builder with strong judgement, resilience and a can‑do attitude.
  • Tech‑confident, detail‑driven and a true team player who makes the whole group stronger.

💙 Why This Firm?

  • A firm known for authenticity, warmth and genuinely supportive culture
  • Market‑leading in many areas including Dispute Resolution work with high‑quality clients.
  • A place where you're encouraged to make your mark, grow, innovate and bring ideas to the table.
  • Hybrid working in the West-End with an environment built on happiness, collaboration and trust.
  • A firm that takes wellbeing, community and responsible business seriously and wants you to thrive.

If this sounds like the next step on your career ladder please get in touch to find out more.