Legal Assistant

Our Vacancy

This is a part time role, working 21 hours per week. The salary advertised is the full time equivalent and will be pro-rated.

As a Legal Assistant, you’ll be responsible for preparing accurate and timely documentation including minutes, reports, letters, spreadsheets and digital records. You will arrange meetings and appointments, ensuring all necessary materials are prepared and venues are organised. You will also support the coordination of legal cases and projects, helping the team deliver on its objectives efficiently and effectively.

You’re a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant. You’ll contribute to a high-performing department that delivers comprehensive legal support to internal customers across the organisation. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of legal operations, providing essential administrative support and helping to maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

You’ll need to be in the office for a minimum of 2 days per week.

Your role covers developing and maintaining robust information management systems, managing incoming enquiries, and ensuring that all records—from casework to staff development—are stored and retrieved securely and confidentially. You will assist in keeping electronic files up to date, sort and prioritise post, and contribute to specific projects within Governance and Risk as needed.

If you’re ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm to a team that values professionalism, collaboration and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.

To be successful in this role, you're:

• Skilled in written and verbal communication, with a clear and professional style
• Highly organised, with strong time management and the ability to prioritise effectively
• Meticulous in your attention to detail, ensuring accuracy across all tasks
• Confident working independently, using sound judgement and initiative
• Capable of managing multiple responsibilities under pressure and meeting deadlines
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service and promoting inclusivity
• Able to build and maintain effective working relationships at all levels
• Consistent in following organisational policies and procedures to uphold best practice.

Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody:

• 30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays
• two additional paid volunteering days each year
• flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal
• 4 x salary life assurance
• up to 10% pension contribution

Are you ready to apply?

If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Harry at harry.lund@peabody.org.uk.

We may close this advert before the advertised closing date, depending on the number of applications received.

Interviews will be taking place on 22nd September 2025.

PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.

Attached documents:

• Legal Assistant Role Profile (1).pdf