Legal Operations Administrator

Job Title: Legal Operations Administrator

Ready to take your career to the next level

Were one of the UKs most forward-thinking law firms built on a foundation of innovation collaboration and ambition. Join us and lets shape the future together.

* We are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not currently accepting applications from recruitment agencies.

The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Legal Operations Administrator
• Team: Managed Legal Services
• Location: Taunton
• Working Pattern: Full time
• Why this role matters: A vital role that provides essential operational and administrative support to help keep our legal teams working effectively.

What youll do

Were on an exciting journey to evolve how legal services are delivered. Our Legal Operations team sits at the heart of this transformation - driving efficiency supporting innovation and helping our lawyers deliver outstanding service to clients. Youll work closely with colleagues across Legal Operations and the wider firm gaining exposure to legal technology data and continuous improvement initiatives all while learning new skills and contributing to meaningful projects. This role offers a great blend of handson admin duties and opportunities to get involved in operational improvements as your confidence grows.

Operational & Administrative Support

• Manage daytoday admin tasks to support the smooth running of legal operations.
• Build strong working relationships with colleagues and external suppliers.
• Monitor shared inboxes handling routine requests and escalating complex queries.
• Support diary management organise meetings prepare materials and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Arrange travel accommodation event bookings and process expense claims promptly.

Technology Data & Process Improvement

• Support the use of legal technology platforms such as HighQ (full training provided).
• Help gather data or update dashboards to track simple KPIs and operational metrics.
• Assist with maintaining documentation and ensuring compliance with internal procedures.
• Contribute to small improvements in how we work such as streamlining admin processes or helping update templates.

Project & Team Support

• Assist the team in tracking progress on tasks or smaller project activities.
• Support with supplier admin and helping monitor key actions.
• Provide general administrative support to fee earners and colleagues as needed.

Live Foot Ansteys Values

• Contribute positively to the Legal Operations team culture always demonstrating Foot Ansteys values in your work.

What were looking for

An experienced Administrator who is keen to develop their skills and be part of a team focused on efficiency innovation and excellent client service. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety is confident with technology and wants to grow within a supportive and forwardthinking environment.

Were not expecting legal experience - but we are looking for someone who is organised proactive and keen to learn.

Essential

• Experience in an admin or business support role within a professional environment.
• Strong organisation and timemanagement skills with great attention to detail.
• A confident communicator who can work well with a variety of people.
• Good/confident IT skills (MS Office) and open to learning new technology.
• A positive attitude flexible approach and willingness to get stuck into a range of tasks.
• A growth mindset and interest in developing skills in a modern law firm environment.

Desirable

• Experience within a legal or professional services environment.
• Familiarity with data reporting or process improvement.

Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey were committed to making a difference for our people our clients and society. Heres what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
• A client base that spans household names thriving startups and ambitious enterprises.
• A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human entrepreneurial inclusive and collaborative.
• A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
• Comprehensive professional development and training whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.

Progressive benefits tailored to you

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Thats why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing including:

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives (e.g. mental health support gym memberships).
• An open flexible working environment.
• Find out more about our benefits and work environment here

Ready to apply

• Hit the Apply Now button.
  • Send us your CV and a quick note on why this role is perfect for you.
  • Our team will review your application and be in touch whatever the outcome.
• Invited for interview
  • With a straightforward process typically involving two interviews our talent acquisition team will guide you through every step ensuring you feel confident and prepared to show us what you can do.
  • Were here to support your individual needs. If you require any adaptations or adjustments were more than happy to accommodate these. Before your interview well contact you to discuss the themes well cover and answer any questions you might have.
  • If youd like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview just let us know.

Lets make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.