Legal Assistant

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

Job summary

A regional law firm in Ipswich seeks a Legal Assistant / Paralegal to support a Partner within their Family Law team. This role is ideal for a law graduate eager to gain hands-on experience and offers clear progression into a paralegal role. Responsibilities include diary management, preparing legal documents, and conducting legal research. Desirable skills include excellent communication, organizational abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The firm offers a supportive work culture with benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave

Defined contribution pension scheme

Medicash health cash plan

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Law graduate with an interest in Private Client and family law.
• Excellent time management skills and organized.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage diary and inbox for the Partner.
• Prepare and proofread legal documentation.
• Conduct legal research and liaise with clients.

Skills

Organized

Strong communication

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Proactive

Education

Law graduate

Job description

Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Location: Ipswich

Salary: 27,000 per annum

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

A highly regarded regional law firm is working exclusively with us to recruit a Personal Assistant / Paralegal to support a Partner within their established Family Law team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a law graduate who is keen to gain hands‑on experience within a supportive, professional environment. The role has been designed to offer genuine long‑term progression, initially focusing on high‑level PA support before transitioning into a paralegal position over time.

The Opportunity

Working closely with one of the firm's most experienced Partners, you will play a key role in the smooth running of their practice. This position would suit someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and is looking to build a long‑term career within family law.

An exciting opportunity to develop and work towards a training contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Full diary and inbox management for the Partner
• Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal and business documentation
• Managing confidential correspondence and telephone calls
• Liaising professionally with clients, colleagues and external stakeholders
• Legal research, including reviewing relevant legislation
• Coordinating meetings, travel arrangements and expenses
• Supporting business development initiatives and client events
• Providing general administrative support as required

About You

• Law graduate with a genuine interest in Private Client and family law
• Highly organised with excellent time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Discreet, professional and confident
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Proactive, adaptable and calm under pressure
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Motivated by learning, development and long‑term progression

What's on Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working culture
• Direct exposure to senior decision‑making within the firm
• Clear progression into a paralegal role
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Medicash health cash plan
• Life assurance

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV or contact Natalie Dwan at LJ Recruitment for a confidential discussion.