Administrative Assistant – Public Law & Human Rights Department
Job Description
We are an award-winning multidisciplinary law firm with an exceptional track record offering a wide range of specialist legal services to our clients, from medium-sized businesses and NGOs to public figures and private individuals. Ranked as a top-tier firm by the legal directories, some of the most brilliant lawyers in the country work at Bindmans.
Bindmans is a successful London law firm especially well known for public law, human rights and other legal work to secure accountability. We are seeking to recruit a resourceful and committed Administrative Assistant to work within our Public Law Department. The role consists of providing vital administrative support to the department's team manager and solicitors.
OVERVIEW OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Becoming familiar with the firm's accounting procedures, and the maintenance of all necessary records and any other administrative requirements
Supporting the team manager in the preparation of bills and management of disbursements on files
Taking new client enquiries
File and diary management
Electronic and paper filing
Becoming familiar with and observing the internal requirements of the firm as to file opening and closure procedures, both electronically and manually
Assisting with the department's archiving as directed by the department's team manager
Assisting with the preparation of bundles of documents for the department's solicitors, Court, Counsel and/or experts
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
Essential:
Experience in an administrative or office setting, or in working in another setting which has helped develop transferrable skills needed to handle complex information and interact effectively with colleagues and the public (essential) Good typing skills Strong IT skills Legal experience and knowledge of legal aid procedures is not essential but is an advantage. You will need to have an interest in the areas of law we practice and be enthusiastic with good communication. You should have a flexible and professional attitude and the ability to work quickly under pressure. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND DIVERSITY
Bindmans LLP is an equal opportunities employer, committed to increasing diversity in our firm and our wider profession. Applications from candidates who are BME, have a disability or who are from a less privileged background are particularly encouraged.
HOW TO APPLY
Please view the role's job description and person specification in the downloadable files.
If you are interested in applying please complete the recruitment pack. Completed recruitment packs should be emailed to recruitment@bindmans.com, quoting the vacancy reference number.
Job Details
CLOSING DATE
Midday Wednesday 3 December 2025
START DATE
As soon as possible
SALARY
25,200
CONTRACT TYPE
Permanent
VACANCY REFERENCE NUMBER
11/25-PublicAdmin
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Job IdJD4243168
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Employment StatusFull Time
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Job LocationLondon, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
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