Legal Assistant

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

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.