Legal Admin Assistant / Paralegal

Slater and Gordon Lawyers (UK); City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Edinburgh is seeking a passionate Legal Admin Assistant / Paralegal to join their Group Litigation Department. This entry-level role involves managing client matters and providing essential legal support. The firm offers a flexible hybrid working environment, competitive salary, and a range of benefits including 25 days of holiday and health plans. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a foundational understanding of legal concepts.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Pension

Health plans

Life assurance

Income protection

Cycle to work

Eyecare vouchers

Option to purchase extra holiday days

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic legal concepts from legal education or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant legal IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage client matters under supervision, ensuring high levels of client care.
• Provide legal and administrative support to fee earners on client matters.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Education

Undergraduate Law

LLM

LPC

GDL

ILEX

Tools

Microsoft Office

Mattersphere

Aderant

Job description

Join to apply for the Legal Admin Assistant / Paralegal role at Slater and Gordon Lawyers (UK).

Slater and Gordon are a leading law firm with a mission to provide access to world-class legal services. We are a legal services business powered by technology and led by people supporting customers at every step of their case. Currently, we are recruiting a talented Paralegal to join our first-class Group Litigation Department, assisting with diesel emissions group claims.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about their work, client service, and achieving the best results for clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage client matters under supervision, ensuring high levels of client care.
• Provide legal and administrative support to fee earners on client matters.

About you

• Knowledge of basic legal concepts from legal education (e.g., undergraduate law, LLM, LPC, GDL, ILEX) or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant legal IT systems like Mattersphere and Aderant.
• Excellent typing skills (minimum 35 wpm).
• Strong communication skills, logical and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Commercial awareness, motivation, proactivity, attention to detail.

What we offer

• Flexible hybrid working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits including 25 days holiday, pension, health plans, life assurance, income protection, cycle to work, and eyecare vouchers.
• Option to purchase extra holiday days.

Please note: Vacancies may close early depending on application volume.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industry: Law Practice