65 Legal Assistant jobs in the United Kingdom

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We have a fantastic opportunity for a legal support assistant within our Personal Injury Department based in Telford.

You’ll be working as part of a busy team providing assistance and support to our lawyers as they provide high quality legal advice and assistance to our clients on a range of personal injury claims.

We are looking for someone with excellent organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail. The successful candidate will be an intelligent and dynamic worker, able to prioritise urgent work and will have excellent communication skills.

The role will involve making new client appointments, client contact, diary management, preparation of statements, assisting with investigations, developing schedules of loss, typing of correspondence, use of case management systems as well as the preparation of reports and amending documents.

You will be expected to use a high degree of self-management and initiative and be able to work with minimum supervision to maintain a highly professional, efficient, confidential and friendly service to our clients.

The role would suit someone with previous experience working in a legal environment. You must be confident in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel and be able to demonstrate the ability to work in a busy and, at times, challenging environment.

This is a great opportunity to work for a firm where you will be able to quickly learn and develop your skill set. We offer career progression to employees and operate a dedicated approach to ongoing development, motivating individuals to identify areas for improvement and progression so they can excel in their careers.

Legal Assistant – Private Client

This private practice Law firm based in Hampshire is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its Private Client Department within its office in Portsmouth on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities include:

• Typing correspondence and Probate/Tax documentation
• Telephone messages and booking of appointments
• Diary management
• Dictation
• File openings and file closures
• Storing/retrieval of Wills
• Photocopying and filing
• Client contact and client liaison

You must have Private Client law experience in a legal environment in order to apply, otherwise your application will not be considered.

Salary competitive, based on experience.

Please apply for the role online ASAP.

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Due to continued investment and growth in our departments, we are looking for a Legal Assistant for our Commercial Property department in the North region, to support the fee earners with a wide range of administration tasks.

You will assist solicitors with a wide range of administrative tasks in respect of commercial property matters including commercial and residential site acquisitions, commercial & residential development, funding arrangements and agreements, commercial leases and general landlord & tenant advice.

You will provide an excellent, client-focused service at all times and a can-do attitude towards assisting members of the team. This role is full-time, based at our offices in Sheffield, and reports to the Partner & Head of Commercial Property (North).

• Perform legal research on behalf of the commercial property fee earners
• Dealing with file openings and generating client care letter for solicitors
• Monitoring fee earner inbox and assisting with straightforward replies
• Ordering conveyancing searches, monitoring and managing search results
• Dealing with Land Registry applications, including preparing LR forms, preparing fee schedules, submitting fee proposals, monitoring progress via portal, dealing with simple requisitions and fielding more complex ones.
• Assisting with AML and source of funds
• Assisting with client onboarding
• Dealing with straightforward client calls in a timely manner
• Preparing financial statements and dealing with standard requisitions
• Preparing and submitting SDLT forms
• Assisting with file management
• General support and assistance including typing were required
• Any other administrative or support tasks set by the Partner

You will:

• Have excellent telephone handling skills and be a strong communicator.
• Preferably have previous experience in a legal secretary or administrative role.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
• Be focused on resolutions and positive outcomes.
• Have excellent time management skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines with your caseloads.
• Be enthusiastic and work hard to develop with the team and the business.
• Be committed but patient with the journey, career progression opportunities are available and our business is growing, but you will need to demonstrate continued success in the Legal Assistant/PA role, including mastering drafting and dealing with client facing work, before progression opportunities can be explored.

Disclosure will be required in the event that a position is offered.

Financial checks will be required in the event that a position is offered.

• Competitive salary
• Bonus potential
• Great working environment at our Sheffield offices
• Career development opportunities
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Options to buy & sell 1 week's holiday
• 1 week's holiday carry over
• Extra day off for your birthday
• Staff card discount scheme for local shops
• Social days and evenings on the firm
• Staff discounts on legal services

Flint Bishop is a multi-award-winning, top 200 UK law firm. We have been providing legal services to businesses and individuals for over a century.

Recognised as a 'leading firm' by both Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500, the outstanding quality of our staff and service levels is underlined by our ISO quality assurance accreditations, industry awards and peer ranking.

We have approximately 400 solicitors and legal experts who use their technical skills and expertise for one mission: to provide clients with clear advice that helps them to achieve their goals as effectively as possible.

Department:
Commercial Property (North)

Location:
Sheffield

Description
Due to continued investment and growth in our departments, we are looking for a Legal Assistant for our Commercial Property department in the North region, to support the fee earners with a wide range of administration tasks.

You will assist solicitors with a wide range of administrative tasks in respect of commercial property matters including commercial and residential site acquisitions, commercial & residential development, funding arrangements and agreements, commercial leases and general landlord & tenant advice.

You will provide an excellent, client-focused service at all times and a can-do attitude towards assisting members of the team. This role is full-time, based at our offices in Sheffield, and reports to the Partner & Head of Commercial Property (North).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform legal research on behalf of the commercial property fee earners
• Dealing with file openings and generating client care letter for solicitors
• Monitoring fee earner inbox and assisting with straightforward replies
• Ordering conveyancing searches, monitoring and managing search results
• Dealing with Land Registry applications, including preparing LR forms, preparing fee schedules, submitting fee proposals, monitoring progress via portal, dealing with simple requisitions and fielding more complex ones.
• Assisting with AML and source of funds
• Assisting with client onboarding
• Dealing with straightforward client calls in a timely manner
• Preparing financial statements and dealing with standard requisitions
• Preparing and submitting SDLT forms
• Assisting with file management
• General support and assistance including typing were required
• Any other administrative or support tasks set by the Partner

Skills, Knowledge And Expertise
You will:

• Have excellent telephone handling skills and be a strong communicator.
• Preferably have previous experience in a legal secretary or administrative role.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
• Be focused on resolutions and positive outcomes.
• Have excellent time management skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines with your caseloads.
• Be enthusiastic and work hard to develop with the team and the business.
• Be committed but patient with the journey, career progression opportunities are available and our business is growing, but you will need to demonstrate continued success in the Legal Assistant/PA role, including mastering drafting and dealing with client facing work, before progression opportunities can be explored.

*Disclosure will be required in the event that a position is offered.

Financial checks will be required in the event that a position is offered.
Benefits *
What we offer?

• Competitive salary
• Bonus potential
• Great working environment at our Sheffield offices
• Career development opportunities
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Options to buy & sell 1 week's holiday
• 1 week's holiday carry over
• Extra day off for your birthday
• Staff card discount scheme for local shops
• Social days and evenings on the firm
• Staff discounts on legal services

• Manage and organise legal case files, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and filed correctly.
• Conduct legal research using various databases and resources.
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings under the supervision of lawyers.
• Schedule appointments, court appearances, and client meetings.
• Liaise with clients, barristers, court officials, and other legal professionals.
• Prepare briefs and summarise legal documents.
• Assist with billing and time recording.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and communications.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive client information.
• Provide general administrative support to the legal team, including transcription and photocopying.

• A qualification in Law, Legal Studies, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience working as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal, or Legal Secretary.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology and court procedures.
• Proficiency in legal research methods and tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organisational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal practice management software.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Discretion and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.

Supporting the legal function

Your new company  
A leading real estate and services business. 
Your new role  

• Assist in the preparation, review, and execution of legal documents, correspondence, proceedings and meetings.
• Transcribe and proofread legal documents.
• Maintain and organise legal files, records, and databases.
• Liaise with internal departments and external legal counsel as needed.
• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely filing of legal documents.
• General day to day running of the office, including collecting and sorting incoming post, photocopying, scanning and faxing the documents.
• Schedule appointments, meetings and conference calls as and when directed.
• Address client queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Process third party and vendor invoices.
• Any other ad-hoc tasks as assigned by the Team.
What you'll need to succeed  

• The ideal candidate will have relevant experience gained in a similar role or as a paralegal/legal support role within a commercial property / real estate sector.
• A degree in law or similar field / paralegal certification will be advantageous.
• Must be competent in using Land Registry.
• Must have good understanding on filing SDLT.
• Have substantial experience in completing related land registry forms such as TR1s, AP1s etc.
• Strong knowledge of office management systems and procedures.
• Excellent Typing skills both audio and copy.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office –Microsoft Word, Excel in particular.
What you need to do now  

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Legal Assistant/Secretary – Family Law – Bury



Join a busy and friendly Family Law department as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant. Enjoy ongoing support, training, and development in a collaborative team, with a wide range of benefits and career progression opportunities.



Are you an experienced Legal Secretary or Assistant with a background in Family Law? This is a great opportunity to join a well-established regional law firm at their Bury office. You’ll provide vital secretarial and administrative support to fee earners handling sensitive family matters – all while being part of a supportive and professional team.



Key Responsibilities:

Provide full secretarial support to Family Law fee earners, including audio typing

Assist with case management and prepare legal documentation under instruction

Manage diaries, appointments, and meetings

Liaise professionally with clients, courts, and external agencies by phone and email

Maintain and update internal databases and case files accurately

Candidate Requirements:

Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Assistant in a Family Law team

Fast and accurate typing skills (audio typing an advantage)



What’s on Offer:

Competitive salary

Ongoing training, development, and internal compliance webinars, provide the opportunity to get fee earning experience and progress quickly.

25 days holiday + bank holidays, with additional leave after 2 years’ service

Birthday off

Pension scheme

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to further their legal support career within a friendly, fast-paced Family Law team that values personal development and long-term staff retention.



If you’re interested send your CV 

Legal Assistant/Secretary – Family Law – Bury



Join a busy and friendly Family Law department as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant. Enjoy ongoing support, training, and development in a collaborative team, with a wide range of benefits and career progression opportunities.



Are you an experienced Legal Secretary or Assistant with a background in Family Law? This is a great opportunity to join a well-established regional law firm at their Bury office. You’ll provide vital secretarial and administrative support to fee earners handling sensitive family matters – all while being part of a supportive and professional team.



Key Responsibilities:

Provide full secretarial support to Family Law fee earners, including audio typing

Assist with case management and prepare legal documentation under instruction

Manage diaries, appointments, and meetings

Liaise professionally with clients, courts, and external agencies by phone and email

Maintain and update internal databases and case files accurately

Candidate Requirements:

Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Assistant in a Family Law team

Fast and accurate typing skills (audio typing an advantage)



What’s on Offer:

Competitive salary

Ongoing training, development, and internal compliance webinars, provide the opportunity to get fee earning experience and progress quickly.

25 days holiday + bank holidays, with additional leave after 2 years’ service

Birthday off

Pension scheme

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to further their legal support career within a friendly, fast-paced Family Law team that values personal development and long-term staff retention.



If you’re interested send your CV 

Job Ref:

Job Title: Conveyancing Legal Assistant

Location: South Devon

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Experience Required: 1–3 Years in a Conveyancing Assistant Role

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)



About the Firm:

We are a well-established and growing law firm based in South Devon, known for our friendly team environment, client-focused service, and strong reputation in the local property market. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Conveyancing Legal Assistant to join their expanding residential property team.



This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 1–3 years of experience in a conveyancing support role who is looking to develop their skills in a supportive and professional environment.



Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting a busy residential conveyancing department with day-to-day administrative and legal tasks

• Preparing and sending out contract packs, searches, and completion statements

• Drafting legal documents and correspondence under supervision

• Managing client communications, both by phone and email

• Liaising with estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors

• Assisting with file opening, ID checks, and compliance procedures

• Maintaining and updating case management systems

• Ensuring all work is carried out with accuracy and within deadlines



Requirements:

• 1–3 years’ experience working as a legal assistant or legal secretary in a conveyancing department

• Strong knowledge of the conveyancing process from instruction to post-completion

• Excellent administrative and organisational skills

• Confident communicator with good client-facing skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with legal case management systems

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• A proactive, flexible approach with good attention to detail



What We Offer:

• A supportive and friendly working environment

• Opportunity for career progression within a growing firm

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Ongoing training and development

• Convenient South Devon location, close to local transport and amenities





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