Private Client Team Assistant

About the role

The Private Client Team Assistant will provide essential administrative support to a busy legal team in our Cambridge office. Working closely with fee earners and reception staff, you will help ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations and a high‑quality client experience. This is an ideal position for an organised administrator looking to develop a career within the legal sector.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver administrative assistance to the wider legal team, including document handling and correspondence.
• Manage front‑of‑house duties such as reception, greeting clients and visitors, and handling telephone enquiries.
• Support fee earners with routine tasks to free up their time for client work.
• Maintain office records and ensure accurate filing and data entry.
• Contribute to an exceptional client experience by ensuring the office environment runs efficiently.

Required profile

• Previous administration experience (essential).
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
• Professional, personable approach with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and work effectively within a team.
• Experience in Private Client work is desirable but not mandatory.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £25,000–£28,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for long‑term career development within a respected regional law firm.