106 Legislative Assistant jobs in the United Kingdom

• 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

This temporary Legal Assistant role in Lewes requires a professional with a focus on providing administrative and legal support within the professional services industry. The position is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Client Details

The employer is a professional services firm that operates within the legal sector. As a small-sized organisation, they are known for their specialised services and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for their clients.

Description

As a Legal Assistant your responsibilities will include:

• Provide administrative support to the legal team, including document preparation and file management.
• Assist with legal research and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Manage correspondence with clients and external parties as required.
• Support the team in preparing for hearings, meetings, and other legal proceedings.
• Maintain and update internal databases and filing systems.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with billing and invoicing tasks related to legal services.
• Handle ad hoc administrative duties as needed.

Profile

A successful Legal Assistant should have:

• Previous experience in a similar role within the professional services industry.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in using office software and legal databases.
• An understanding of legal terminology and processes.
• Previous commercial or residential property experience

Job Offer

• A temporary role with the opportunity to enhance your legal and administrative skills.
• A professional and supportive working environment in Lewes.
• An opportunity to gain experience within the professional services industry.

If you are an organised and detail-oriented individual, this Legal Assistant position in Lewes could be the perfect fit for you. Apply today to take the next step in your career

Salary: £27,705 - £32,594 pa
Location: London – Hybrid, 2 days minimum in the office 3 days working from home.
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Fixed-term Contract – 18 months

We have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join our team on a fixed term contract. If you offer experience of maintaining legal files and databases, and possess good customer service skills, this is an opportunity to play a key role providing comprehensive support to our In-House Advisory Service at the General Dental Council.

Person Specification:

• Experience of maintaining legal files, databases and other records in a legal environment - demonstrating commitment to ensuring quality and accuracy of work, with excellent attention to detail.
li>Experience of dealing with evidence and preparing trial bundles.
• Ability to plan and organise workload, managing own time effectively and suggesting new and more efficient ways of working.
• Strong team-working skills and ability to support others.
• Good customer service skills with a positive, “can do” attitude to all tasks and challenges set.

About us:

Our primary purpose is to protect patient safety and maintain public confidence in dental services. To achieve this, we register qualified dental professionals, set standards for the dental team, investigate complaints about dental professionals' fitness to practise, and work to ensure the quality of dental education.

Our work matters and so do our people. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion, by recruiting and strengthening our teams with team members from different backgrounds, life experiences and viewpoints. Equality and diversity are not just words, they are what makes our teams strong and able to deliver. We want to be champions of diversity and to have a sense of belonging in the workplace, where everybody has the chance to contribute and to share what is important to them.

Benefits:

The GDC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, that provides an environment that reflects our values and culture and allows employees to flourish.

To support this we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, including flexible working arrangements from day one and employee networks that aid growth and development.

Some of our benefits include: 

27 days holiday (plus statutory) - rising to 30 days after 2 years’ service < i>Flexitime scheme
• Employer pension contributions up to 10%
• Buy/Sell annual leave
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave from 1 years’ service.
< i>Life assurance, income protection plan and enhanced sick leave policy
• Staff discounts including eye care contributions and discounted gym membership. 

We encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds. 

How to apply:

For further details about the role and to apply please click the apply button.

Closing date: 23:59 on 25 August 2025.

As part of your supporting statement, please provide examples of your work experience that align to the role and person specification above, using the STAR format.

We reserve the right to bring this recruitment campaign to an end without notice, and we encourage all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Please no agencies unless instructed otherwise.

Legal Assistant position full time working for a law firm remotely. This role will be Monday to Friday with working hours of 09:00 - 17:00 and no weekend work.

Client Details

My client is a successful boutique law firm specialising in mergers and acquisitions having both a portfolio of national and international clients. They are now looking for a full time Legal Assistant to support the organisation working remotely Monday to Friday.

Description

• Format and proofread Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare markups to NDAs in accordance with client playbooks, with a maximum of two markups per day.
• Develop and maintain document bibles and checklists, ensuring client playbooks and guidelines are consistently updated.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the legal professionals.
• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence.
• Manage and organise client files and records efficiently.
• Coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements as needed.
• Handle client communications, ensuring timely and professional responses.
• Assist with billing processes and monitor case deadlines.

Profile

A successful Legal Assistant should have:

• Ideal familiarity with mergers and acquisitions.
• Desirable experience of forming and handling NDAs.
• Experience working in a law firm
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal English.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• A professional and discreet approach to handling sensitive information.

Job Offer

• Negotiable salary depending upon experience
• Fully remote
• Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00 with some flexibility required
• No weekend work
• Fully funded gym membership
• Company laptop provided
• Permanent position
• Can be based anywhere within the United Kingdom

This temporary Legal Assistant role in Lewes requires a professional with a focus on providing administrative and legal support within the professional services industry. The position is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Client Details

The employer is a professional services firm that operates within the legal sector. As a small-sized organisation, they are known for their specialised services and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for their clients.

Description

As a Legal Assistant your responsibilities will include:

• Provide administrative support to the legal team, including document preparation and file management.
• Assist with legal research and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Manage correspondence with clients and external parties as required.
• Support the team in preparing for hearings, meetings, and other legal proceedings.
• Maintain and update internal databases and filing systems.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with billing and invoicing tasks related to legal services.
• Handle ad hoc administrative duties as needed.

Profile

A successful Legal Assistant should have:

• Previous experience in a similar role within the professional services industry.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in using office software and legal databases.
• An understanding of legal terminology and processes.
• Previous commercial or residential property experience

Job Offer

• A temporary role with the opportunity to enhance your legal and administrative skills.
• A professional and supportive working environment in Lewes.
• An opportunity to gain experience within the professional services industry.

If you are an organised and detail-oriented individual, this Legal Assistant position in Lewes could be the perfect fit for you. Apply today to take the next step in your career

Legal Assistant

Monday to Friday

26,000 - 28,000

Wild Recruitment are pleased to be supporting a highly reputable legal firm in their search for a a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support their Residential Conveyancing team. This role involves assisting fee earners with the day-to-day management of property transactions, ensuring smooth progression from instruction to completion.

The ideal candidate will have experience in conveyancing support, excellent organisational skills, and a client-focused approach. You'll play a key role in maintaining files, preparing documentation, and liaising with clients and third parties.

• Assist with the management of residential property files from instruction to post-completion

• Draft and prepare legal documents including contracts, transfer deeds, and completion statements

• Carry out searches and ID checks

• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and solicitors

• Maintain accurate records and update case management systems

• Support fee earners with administrative tasks and file management

• Handle telephone and email enquiries professionally and promptly

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal procedures

• Previous experience in a legal assistant or conveyancing support role (minimum of 6 months essential)

• Understanding of residential property transactions and legal terminology

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple files

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficient in MS Office and legal case management systems

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

If you would like to know more about this role, please get in touch with Shannon at Wild Recruitment today!

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

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

Are you looking to build on your existing legal experience in a role that offers real progression? Want to be part of a growing legal team within a well-established commercial lender?

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone with prior exposure to the legal industry  who’s ready to take the next step in their career. You’ll be joining 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
• Opportunities for career progression and further qualifications

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.

Our client has opened a new department and needs a Legal Assistant to support their services in the St Albans area.

You will come from a legal background offering compliance support opening/closing accounts for the property and private clients teams. Key responsibilities include Obtaining and reviewing client identification and where appropriate explaining the ID process to clients, Inputting client data onto practice management system and if applicable the probate or residential conveyancing case management system. Producing client care letters and sending out Terms of Service. Completing anti money laundering searches and UK sanctions regime checks. Handling enquiries and more.

They expect attention to detail, being able to work to tight timescales, possess excellent interpersonal skill, a legal background especially if you have worked in the compliance area.

In return the company offer a salary of 3000pa, subsidised parking and more.

Apply now!

• 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