Job Description
Job description
Experienced Legal PA / Legal Admin Assistant - Dispute Resolution (especially Personal Injury, Employment and Contentious Probate)
We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Legal PA / Legal Admin Assistant to join our busy, friendly, professional and diverse law firm based in Orpington, which focuses upon the high quality of its services.
The ideal candidate will provide crucial administrative support to lawyers and contribute to the efficiency of the team.
Successful candidates will have competent IT, MS Office and excellent typing skills together with exceptional organisational skills.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
• managing legal documents, correspondence and case files;
• liaising with clients and third parties by telephone, written communication and in person;
• dealing with initial enquiries from prospective new clients;
• accurate audio typing;
• diary management including managing 'key dates' and organising client meetings;
• use of computerised legal case management and accounts software for recording costs of work in progress;
• legal research;
• billing communication with clients, colleagues and any external agencies as required.
Benefits:
• Salary commensurate with experience;
• Workplace Pension Scheme;
• 24 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays;
• Additional leave after 5 years;
• Free Parking;
• Company social events;
• Supportive and friendly work environment.
Further information about working at the firm is available on our website at: www.thomasdunton.co.uk/about-us/careers/how-is-working-for-thomas-dunton-different/
If this sounds like the role you are looking for and you would like to apply, we would love to hear from you. Please send your application and CV to Alison Funnell, Practice Manager at [email protected].
Deadline for applications: 11 October 2026.
Applications from agencies will not be considered.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Orpington BR6 0NZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
• Legal PA/Admin Assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 11/10/2026
Experienced Legal PA / Legal Admin Assistant - Dispute Resolution (especially Personal Injury, Employment and Contentious Probate)
We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Legal PA / Legal Admin Assistant to join our busy, friendly, professional and diverse law firm based in Orpington, which focuses upon the high quality of its services.
The ideal candidate will provide crucial administrative support to lawyers and contribute to the efficiency of the team.
Successful candidates will have competent IT, MS Office and excellent typing skills together with exceptional organisational skills.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
• managing legal documents, correspondence and case files;
• liaising with clients and third parties by telephone, written communication and in person;
• dealing with initial enquiries from prospective new clients;
• accurate audio typing;
• diary management including managing 'key dates' and organising client meetings;
• use of computerised legal case management and accounts software for recording costs of work in progress;
• legal research;
• billing communication with clients, colleagues and any external agencies as required.
Benefits:
• Salary commensurate with experience;
• Workplace Pension Scheme;
• 24 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays;
• Additional leave after 5 years;
• Free Parking;
• Company social events;
• Supportive and friendly work environment.
Further information about working at the firm is available on our website at: www.thomasdunton.co.uk/about-us/careers/how-is-working-for-thomas-dunton-different/
If this sounds like the role you are looking for and you would like to apply, we would love to hear from you. Please send your application and CV to Alison Funnell, Practice Manager at [email protected].
Deadline for applications: 11 October 2026.
Applications from agencies will not be considered.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Orpington BR6 0NZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
• Legal PA/Admin Assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 11/10/2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Legal PA|Legal Admin Assistant | Dispute Resolution position is now open for candidates interested in the Office Assistant Jobs sector. This role in Orpington offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Office Assistant Jobs is a plus.
