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Legal Assistant

Peabody
£39,745
Part-time
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Description

Location
London

Hours
Part Time - 21 hours per week (minimum 2 days in office)

Salary
£39,745 Full Time Equivalent (pro-rated for part time)

About the Role
As a Legal Assistant at Peabody, you will 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 organised. Supporting the coordination of legal cases and projects, you will help the team deliver its objectives efficiently and effectively.
You will contribute to a high-performing department providing comprehensive legal support to internal customers across the organisation. Your role is key to ensuring the smooth running of legal operations by providing essential administrative support and maintaining strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
Your responsibilities include developing and maintaining robust information management systems, managing incoming enquiries, and ensuring 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 are proactive, detail-oriented and ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm to a team that values professionalism, collaboration and continuous improvement, this role is for you.

Requirements

Experience
- 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 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

About you
You are proactive, detail-oriented and able to contribute effectively to a busy legal team. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are committed to continuous improvement and professionalism.

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are stated as mandatory for this role, but relevant administrative or legal experience and skills are advantageous.

Expiry date: 11/09/2025
Legal Assistant
Company
Peabody
Salary
£39,745
Job Type
Part-time
Location
London
Our Commitments
Living Wage Employer
Disability Confident
Hiring Local
Building Diverse Workforces
Climate Conscious
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Peabody

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About us
We're at a particularly exciting point in our story: Catalyst joined the Peabody Group as a subsidiary on 1 April 2022, and should fully merge in April 2023. The new organisation will be responsible for 104,000 homes, with 220,000 residents across London and the South East of England. By joining together, we’ll go further and faster with our plans to improve our services, invest in our homes and communities and create innovative solutions to the challenges of carbon consumption and building safety. If you join us you'll be part of something special: fulfilling your ambitions and working with people who truly care. We offer great opportunities to develop and grow and a range of flexible benefits. You'll also have the chance to work with colleagues who want to help people make the most of their lives. We need talented employees who want to make a difference. If this sounds like you we can’t wait to meet you.
Metrics we Are Proud of
4000+
Employees paid the Real or London Living Wage
38%
of our board members are women
20%
Social value weighting in procurement activities
Benefits
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Mental Health
Free, confidential assistance programme for 24/7 phone counselling, legal advice, and referral for therapy.
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Health and Wellness
Annual allowance to spend on health benefits e.g. gym memberships, cycle-to-work scheme and dental insurance
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Giving Back
We also offer payroll giving to charity and you can take two working days to volunteer in the community.
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Flexible Working
We're happy to talk flexible working, including part-time, compressed hours or from home.
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Learning & Development
Multiple opportunities for L&D, including mentoring, career coaching, apprenticeships or e-learning
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Support
We have a team of employee supporters, who can help you access information, support and guidance
Our Commitments
Living Wage Employer
Disability Confident
Hiring Local
Building Diverse Workforces
Climate Conscious