Overview
Legal Administrator Jobs in Leeds, UK at Reed
Legal Coordinator / Legal Administrator
Location:
Reading (Fully office-based, Monday to Friday)
Salary: £35,000 excellent benefits
Hours:
35 hours per week (early finish Fridays) About the Role A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a highly organised and detail-focused Legal Coordinator / Legal Administrator to join a global, well-established business in Reading. This role sits within a small, collaborative legal function and offers the chance to work closely with an experienced Legal Counsel , supporting on a wide range of contract-related and administrative tasks.
This is not a heavily technical legal role , and full training will be provided. It is ideally suited to someone who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys working with documentation, and takes pride in accuracy and organisation.
Key Responsibilities Managing and coordinating the contract lifecycle process from receipt through to signature Reviewing, formatting, and preparing contracts such as NDAs and standard agreements Ensuring contracts are accurate, compliant, and completed within deadlines Supporting the Legal Counsel with document preparation and research tasks Maintaining contract databases and ensuring records are kept up to date Assisting with company secretarial activities including board packs and documentation Managing incoming queries and liaising with internal stakeholders across departments Providing general administrative support including filing, tracking, and document control About You Previous experience in an administrative or coordination role (legal experience is beneficial but not essential) Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy – this is critical for success in the role Highly organised, methodical, and process-driven Comfortable working in a role that can involve repetitive tasks and structured processes Strong communication skills with the confidence to liaise across teams Proactive, motivated, and eager to learn Able to manage priorities effectively and meet deadlines The Opportunity
This role offers :
The opportunity to gain exposure to a legal environment without needing prior legal experience Full training and support from an experienced Legal Counsel A stable, long-term position within a global organisation A friendly, collaborative team culture with a strong focus on employee retention Excellent work-life balance with a 35-hour working week and early Friday finishes Benefits Competitive salary up to £35,000 Final salary pension scheme (rare benefit) Private medical insurance (tax benefit only) Share scheme with company matching 25 days holiday increasing with service On-site parking Modern office environment with strong team culture Important Consideration This role is best suited to individuals looking for a long-term administrative career within a legal environment , rather than a stepping stone into a legal qualification or solicitor pathway.
If you are a detail-oriented administrator looking to build a career in a structured and professional environment, apply now or get in touch for more information.
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Title: Legal Administrator
Company: Reed
Location: Leeds, UK
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