83 Legal Research jobs in the United Kingdom

Legal Assistant

Location: Guildford (Office based)

Salary: 25-30k (Dependent on Experience)

Hours: Monday - Friday | 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

Benefits: 20 days holiday + bank holidays, Private medical insurance, Gym membership discounts, Pension scheme, Enhanced maternity pay, Sick & So much more!

Overview:

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Legal Assistant to join their busy Residential Property Department.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your legal skills in a fast-paced, professional environment!

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Legal Assistant, you will be at the heart of various legal functions. Your contributions will be key in ensuring smooth operations, and you'll be involved in:

• Completing Stamp Duty forms with accuracy
• Ordering property searches and Land Registry documents
• Preparing completion statements
• Drafting contracts, Transfer Deeds, Notices, and letters
• Liaising with banks and ordering redemption statements
• Updating lender portals efficiently
• Providing essential administrative support

What We are Looking For?

To thrive in this role, you should ideally have some experience in conveyancing (but don't worry, training will be provided!). Here are the qualities we value most:

• Attention to Detail
• Organisational Skills
• Team Player
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Proficiency using all MS packages
• Case management knowledge (desired)

If you are eager to embark on this exciting journey, we want to hear from you! APPLY NOW or send your CV to (url removed).

Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Julie Rose Recruitment is currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our client’s Civil Litigation Department at their Bexleyheath office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their legal career and progress within a dynamic team.

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to fee earners, including some secretarial duties, and liaise effectively with clients and staff to ensure the smooth operation of the department. With proper training, you will have the opportunity to manage your own debt recovery and debt litigation files, making this an ideal position for career growth.

• Inputting and updating case information on the firm’s case management system
• Issuing client bills and processing invoices
• Communicating with clients via telephone and email, handling enquiries and updating on case progress
• Performing general administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, and filing
• Opening and closing legal files
• Audio and copy typing of correspondence, legal forms, and letters
• Sending Letter Before Claims and issuing legal proceedings

• Proven experience as a secretary, legal assistant, or credit controller
• Fast and accurate typist
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

If you’re eager to develop your legal career within a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Dani at Avocet Legal Careers is delighted to present an outstanding opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join a prestigious Private Client team in Axminster

An ideal role for law graduates or experienced legal professionals seeking to build their career with a values-driven firm that truly invests in their people and community.

About the Client

Our client is a well-established legal practice built on strong foundational values that define their approach to both client service and employee development. They demonstrate unwavering commitment to their local community through corporate social responsibility initiatives and maintain the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and excellence in everything they do.

About the Role

This exciting position offers the opportunity to join a supportive Private Client team where you'll work alongside experienced Legal Advisors to deliver exceptional service to clients dealing with some of life's most important legal matters. The role provides excellent exposure to various aspects of private client work, from estate planning and probate to trusts and tax planning. You'll be working in a collaborative environment where your contribution is valued and your professional development is actively supported through comprehensive training opportunities.

Legal Assistant Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support to Legal Advisors with their diverse Private Client caseloads
li>Handle client communications professionally via telephone, email, and face-to-face meetings
• Manage client files and maintain accurate records in accordance with firm procedures
• Coordinate appointments and meetings for the Private Client team
• Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries as required
• Provide general administrative support to ensure smooth team operations
• Support fee earners with billing and time recording processes
• Contribute to the team's commitment to delivering exceptional client service

Legal Assistant Requirements

• Law Graduate with genuine interest in pursuing a career in Private Client work
  OR
• An experienced Legal Assistant from any legal discipline looking to transition into Private Client
• Strong motivation and enthusiasm for learning and professional development
• Excellent IT skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management systems
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure
• Professional telephone manner and confident client-facing abilities
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and upholding professional standards
• Interest in helping clients with sensitive and important legal matters

Benefits

• Competitive salary between £23,500 - £28,000 depending on experience
< i>23 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Additional time off between Christmas and New Year
• Company pension scheme
• Working with a values-driven firm committed to employee development
• Plus much more!

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be either a motivated law graduate eager to start their career in Private Client work, or an experienced legal professional looking to specialise in this rewarding area of law. You should demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and genuine empathy when dealing with clients who may be facing difficult circumstances.

We're looking for someone who shares our core values of integrity, excellence, and service, and who is committed to building lasting relationships with both clients and colleagues. You'll be someone who takes pride in attention to detail, enjoys variety in their work, and is excited about the opportunity to grow professionally within a supportive, established practice.

Contact Dani at Avocet Legal Careers today to discuss this exciting opportunity

Are you an organised and driven individual with a passion for the legal field? Our client, a reputable law firm, is seeking a talented Legal Assistant to join their team. As a Legal Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the firm's day-to-day operations and providing administrative assistance to the line manager. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills and knowledge in a dynamic and supportive environment.

JOB TITLE : Legal Assistant

LOCATION: Plymouth

SALARY : 23,000 - 26,000 dependent on experience

HOURS: Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day - flexible start times

8:30/9:00 am - 5:00/5:30 pm

BENEFITS: Enjoy a Supportive Work Culture, Convenient Central Location, Comprehensive Training Program

THE COMPANY : A local law firm, established for nearly 200 years, covering a range of practice areas across the South West including Accident Compensation, Business Law, Conveyancing, Divorce, Family Law, Litigation, Personal Injury & Wills & Probate. This company have a passion for their people; they believe in investing in their staff to help them reach their full potential.

THE ROLE : The Legal Assistant will provide legal support and assistance as and when required, working in partnership with the internal collections department and external solicitors, along with the wider conveyancing team. There is also a solicitor's track course available to any candidates who have conveyancing experience with a desire to become a qualified solicitor.

Duties include:

• Organising and prioritising the day's work to ensure a prompt start
• Typing various documents from audio or copy typing as required
• Liaising with clients and other parties in person and over the phone
• Managing the line manager's diary and communicating appointments
• Taking accurate messages and relaying them appropriate
• Providing cover and supporting other departments as required
• To provide refreshments for meetings with clients and to clear away afterwards.
• Assisting with financial transactions and handling disbursements
• Assisting fee earners in creating and updating precedent letters and documents
• Acting as a witness on document signatures when needed
• Following instructions and advice from the line manager accurately
• Familiarising yourself with and adhering to the firm's procedures as outlined in the handbook

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience working within a Legal firm, ideally with an understanding of conveyancing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Able to manage and prioritise work load
• A good working knowledge of MS Word, excel, outlook and windows software

TO APPLY: Please apply online, call our office on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Legal Assistant | Poole | up to £28,000 DOE

Are you detail-driven with a passion for law ? Thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to be part of a growing legal team within a well-established property lender?

Join a dynamic legal department where your precision, communication skills, and legal knowledge will directly support commercial lending operations.

As Legal Assistant, you will benefit from:

• Annual bonus schemes
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Staff gym access
• Regular social events
• Free car park pass
• Modern office space in Poole with regular working hours (Mon–Fri, 8:30–5:00)

As Legal Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Drafting and reviewing legal documents such as loan agreements and legal charges
• Ensuring legal documentation meets internal standards and audit requirements
• Liaising with panel solicitors and third-party legal teams
• Supporting internal departments including Underwriting, Onboarding, Finance, and Marketing
• Handling general administrative tasks with strict confidentiality

As Legal Assistant, your experience will include:

• Previous experience in a law firm or legal department (property or finance preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal English skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability
• A proactive, enthusiastic approach to work
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines independently or in a team
• A legal qualification is desirable but not essential

If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Ellie  at Rubicon for more information.

Are you currently working in hospitality or retail and looking to transfer your experience into an office based role?

Do you want to join a business which will provide full training and excellent progression?

Would you like to have more of a work life balance and no more shift patterns or weekends?

Then please apply now we are looking for Legal Assistants to start in August!

Client Details

Are you currently working in hospitality or retail and looking to transfer your experience into an office based role?

Do you want to join a business which will provide full training and excellent progression?

Would you like to have more of a work life balance and no more shift patterns or weekends?

Then please apply now we are looking for Legal Assistants to start in August!

Description

As a Legal Assistant you will be supporting clients going through the remortgage process you will be assisting with the cases handling a high volume of calls from customers, banks and third parties ensuring each query is dealt with to the highest standard!

You will be requesting and processing documents updating the case management system and working towards targets and service level agreements.

If you are passionate about helping and supporting customers thrive in busy environments then this could be for you!

Profile

Previous customer service experience this could be from a variety of backgrounds such as retail and hospitality

Excellent telephone manner and strong communication skills

Professional and personable able to build and maintain excellent relationships

Thrive in high volume customer focused environments

Good attention to detail and organisation

An excellent team player

Job Offer

Salary of 24000+ plus monthly bonuses+ reputable organisation in Hull within the Legal Sector+ full training provided+ excellent progression+ sponsorship of further legal qualifications+ no shift patterns or weekends+ 9am-5.30pm+ excellent benefits+ hybrid working+ central location+ fabulous offices and facilities+ collaborative team and environment+ regular incentives and socials+ August start date

Legal Assistant | Dorchester | £27,000 

As Legal Assistant you’ll be an integral part of the team within a local prestigious solicitor firm with multiple practices across Dorset. 

Situated within the Dorchester branch, as Legal Assistant you’ll provide support within the Wills, Trust and Probate department as well providing other general administrative support across the team.  

Background & Benefits:

Our client is a progressive and expanding legal practice with c150 staff across 6 local offices. Their culture supports and encourages career development, where they have clearly defined career progression plans that are based on personal competencies, so that there is something to motivate everyone. Alongside clear career advancement, they also offer the opportunity to develop other personal skills, such as leadership, selling, and time management.

There is a big emphasis at the firm on rewarding staff and they continually review staff benefits. These currently include:

• 31 days holiday (inc. bank holidays)
• Gym membership options
• Extra pension contributions, extra holiday, or a Healthcare Cashback Scheme,
• Paid time off for charity work, free weekly exercise classes
• 35 hour working week

Legal Assistant responsibilities: -

• To deal with enquiries and book appointments for the team
• Assisting with clients, taking telephone calls and taking messages or providing assistance wherever possible
• Assisting with in the personal organisation of fee earners and manage their diaries
• Sending and processing invoices
• Typing of documentation & audio typing
• Provide general secretarial support to help progress client files

Legal Assistant Skills & Experience required: -

• At least 3 years previous administrative/secretarial support experience ideally within a legal firm or professional services dealing with clients of high net work
• Strong accuracy skills
• The ability to efficiently manage and organise a busy workload
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong typing and audio typing skills
• A positive and friendly outlook

Interested?

Rubicon are working exclusively on this Legal Assistant vacancy.  To avoid missing out on the opportunity, please submit your CV directly via the advert or call Ellie or Harriet at Rubicon

• Handling enquiries from clients, solicitors, and other relevant parties.
• Recording detailed attendance notes for all correspondence.
• Opening and closing files, keeping them up-to-date
• Providing administrative support
• Drafting basic letters and preparing/submitting simple legal documents.
• Completing legal forms, registering documents, and submitting applications to the Court.
• Conducting searches and registering Wills with Certainty.
• Preparing and submitting bills
• Creating Estate Accounts
• Providing reception cover.

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Monthly holiday bonus scheme (earn additional leave by meeting performance targets)
• Firm-funded eye care, including regular eye tests
• Ongoing training and development, with support for professional qualification study

• Manage Fee Earner diaries, including arranging meetings and appointments
• Handle routine client correspondence and respond to telephone enquiries
• Open and close client files, ensuring accurate maintenance of client records
• Prepare client correspondence, enclosures, and invoices
• Organise and manage hard copy files, including copying, filing, and retrieving documentation
• Request and record payments from clients
• Produce correspondence and documentation from audio dictation
• Submit SDLT returns to HMRC
• Submit property registration applications to the Land Registry
• Assist with drafting contract packs, transfer forms, and other legal documents
• Provide reception cover when required

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Monthly holiday bonus scheme (earn additional leave by meeting performance targets)
• Firm-funded eye care, including regular eye tests
• Ongoing training and development, with support for professional qualification study