Legal Assistant

Boffin Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,950 - 28,050; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent training opportunities

Flexible working hours

Job summary

A respected law firm in Leeds is seeking a Team Assistant to provide administrative support to the paralegal team, with opportunities for career progression. The role involves preparing documents, managing filing, and supporting day-to-day tasks within a friendly team environment. This entry-level position offers full training for motivated candidates looking to start a legal career.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Clear and confident communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing correspondence and documents for clients.
• Assisting with portfolio administration and updating systems.
• Supporting fee earners and paralegals with day-to-day tasks.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Clear communication skills

Proactive attitude

Good IT skills

Job description

This range is provided by Boffin Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Team Assistant – Intellectual Property Team – Leeds or Cardiff

Our client, a highly respected and award-winning intellectual property law firm, is seeking a motivated and well-organised Team Assistant to join their friendly and experienced paralegal team in either Leeds or Cardiff.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start a career in the legal sector, whether you are a school leaver, recent graduate, or a professional seeking a change in direction. The role offers full training, development, and the potential to progress into a Paralegal position in the future.

The Role

As a Team Assistant, you will provide essential administrative support to the paralegal team, ensuring smooth handling of legal documentation and client matters. In Cardiff, the role also includes some light office support duties, such as post handling and ordering supplies. In Leeds, these tasks are covered by an existing team member, with only occasional cover required.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing correspondence and documents for clients
• Assisting with portfolio administration and updating case management systems
• Supporting fee earners and paralegals with day-to-day tasks
• Managing filing, scanning, and document organisation
• Coordinating travel bookings and meetings
• Contributing to the smooth running of the office

About You

We are looking for candidates with:

• A proactive and positive attitude
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Clear and confident communication skills
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Good IT skills, with the ability to adapt to new systems quickly

Previous experience in an office or customer service environment will be an advantage, but is not essential – full training will be provided.

The Details

• Location: Leeds or Cardiff (full-time office-based)
• Hours: 09:00–17:30, with flexible start/finish options and an early finish policy when work is complete
• Salary: From £25,500+ depending on experience
• Excellent training and progression opportunities

If you’re ready to start an exciting career as a Team Assistant and join a welcoming, supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Legal Services

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