Legal Assistant (Graduate Opportunity)

The Channel Recruiter; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tech sector is looking for a Legal Assistant to join their Legal & Contracts team in Nottingham. This role is perfect for recent law graduates eager to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment. You will assist with legal documentation, manage files, and support contract processes while enjoying a hybrid working model. The company values diversity and offers ongoing training and development opportunities, making it an excellent place to kickstart your legal career.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Inclusive and supportive team culture

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Recent or upcoming law graduate.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisation.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and proofreading legal documents and contracts.
• Managing and maintaining legal files.
• Conducting basic legal research.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Education

LLB or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Legal Assistant Graduate Opportunity

Location: Nottingham

Salary: GBP25,000 p/a

Hybrid working model

Are you a recent or soon-to-be law graduate looking to take your first step into the legal world? Join XMA s Legal & Contracts team and kickstart your career in a fast-paced, supportive environment within the tech sector.

The Role

As a Legal Assistant, you ll work closely with the Contracts Director to support the day-to-day running of legal and contractual matters. This is an ideal role for someone who is highly organised, detail-oriented, and eager to gain hands-on experience in a legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing and proofreading legal documents and contracts
• Managing and maintaining both digital and physical legal files
• Assisting with litigation and regulatory documentation
• Liaising with internal teams to support contract processes
• Tracking contract progress and meeting critical deadlines
• Supporting invoice and expense processing for the department
• Conducting basic legal research
• Maintaining confidentiality and compliance with legal standards

What We re Looking For:

• A recent or upcoming graduate (LLB or equivalent in experience)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisation
• Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Interest in working within a legal or contracts function

Why Join?

• GBP25,000 starting salary
• Hybrid working based in Nottingham with homeworking options
• Ongoing training and development
• Inclusive and supportive team culture
• The opportunity to grow your legal career within a major IT reseller

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status or any other status protected by applicable law.

We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer which means that we are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices, ensuring that individuals with disabilities are given equal opportunities to thrive in our workplace. As part of our commitment, we participate in the Guaranteed Interview Scheme, which guarantees an interview to any candidate with a disability who meets the minimum criteria for the role. Join us and be part of a diverse and supportive team where your skills and talents are valued.

If you have any such requirements, please do not hesitate to contact us on our email which is (url removed) where we will be happy to action your requests.