Family Law Assistant to Paralegal - Fast-Track Career

LJ Recruitment; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Ipswich is seeking a Legal Assistant / Paralegal to provide support to a Partner in their Family Law team. This position offers a comprehensive training path from personal assistant duties to a paralegal role. Ideal candidates will be law graduates who are organized, proactive, and possess strong communication skills. The role provides exposure to various responsibilities including legal research, documentation preparation, and client liaison, in a supportive working culture with clear career progression opportunities.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Defined contribution pension scheme

Medicash health cash plan

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Must be a law graduate with a keen interest in Private Client and family law.
• Excellent time management skills are essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage Partner's diary and inbox.
• Proofread and format legal documentation.
• Conduct legal research and manage correspondence.

Skills

Highly organised

Strong written and verbal communication

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Proactive and calm under pressure

Education

Law graduate

Job description

A regional law firm in Ipswich is seeking a Legal Assistant / Paralegal to provide support to a Partner in their Family Law team. This position offers a comprehensive training path from personal assistant duties to a paralegal role. Ideal candidates will be law graduates who are organized, proactive, and possess strong communication skills. The role provides exposure to various responsibilities including legal research, documentation preparation, and client liaison, in a supportive working culture with clear career progression opportunities.