Administrator
| Posting date: | 19 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,000 to £28,000 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 December 2025 |
| Location: | Gateshead, Tyne & Wear |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Gillespie Recruitment ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 1836 |
Summary
Administrator – Law Firm
Location: Gateshead
Salary: £25,000 – £28,000 (DOE) PRO RATA
Hours: Full-time, Temporary 6 months ( Maternity Cover)
The Company
I’m supporting a well-established and reputable law firm who are looking to add an organised and proactive Administrator to their team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a professional environment within legal support.
The Role
As the Administrator, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office. You’ll support solicitors and fee earners, manage documentation, and provide excellent service to clients and visitors.
Key Responsibilities:
Handling incoming calls, emails and client enquiries
Preparing and formatting legal documents and correspondence
Maintaining accurate case files and updating the case management system
Managing diaries, scheduling appointments and organising meetings
Supporting with photocopying, scanning, filing and general admin
Greeting clients and managing front-of-house duties
Processing incoming and outgoing post
Assisting with compliance tasks including ID verification
Ensuring confidentiality and professionalism at all times
About You
Previous administration experience (legal admin preferred but not essential)
Strong attention to detail and excellent organisation skills
Confident communicator with a professional manner
Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Positive, reliable and a strong team player
Interested?
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply today. I’d love to discuss the role with you in more detail.
Location: Gateshead
Salary: £25,000 – £28,000 (DOE) PRO RATA
Hours: Full-time, Temporary 6 months ( Maternity Cover)
The Company
I’m supporting a well-established and reputable law firm who are looking to add an organised and proactive Administrator to their team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a professional environment within legal support.
The Role
As the Administrator, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office. You’ll support solicitors and fee earners, manage documentation, and provide excellent service to clients and visitors.
Key Responsibilities:
Handling incoming calls, emails and client enquiries
Preparing and formatting legal documents and correspondence
Maintaining accurate case files and updating the case management system
Managing diaries, scheduling appointments and organising meetings
Supporting with photocopying, scanning, filing and general admin
Greeting clients and managing front-of-house duties
Processing incoming and outgoing post
Assisting with compliance tasks including ID verification
Ensuring confidentiality and professionalism at all times
About You
Previous administration experience (legal admin preferred but not essential)
Strong attention to detail and excellent organisation skills
Confident communicator with a professional manner
Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Positive, reliable and a strong team player
Interested?
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply today. I’d love to discuss the role with you in more detail.