Legal Assistant (Law Graduate Opportunity)

Lockhart Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible locations

Training & progression

Pension

Generous annual leave

Healthcare & wellbeing

Employee assistance

Life assurance

Team events

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Lockhart Recruitment is seeking a proactive Law Graduate to join a leading South West law firm as a Legal Assistant across Exeter, Plymouth or Torbay. You will support solicitors with case administration, liaise with clients, and help manage documents from instruction to completion.

The role offers formal training, career progression, and a supportive team, with a salary of 24,000–25,000 and flexible office locations. Ideal for recent graduates pursuing a long-term legal career.

Qualifications

• Law degree (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong administration and organisational abilities.
• Professional and confident telephone manner.
• High attention to detail.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively within a busy team.
• Positive attitude and genuine interest in developing a career within law.
• Previous legal administration, customer service or office experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Solicitors and Fee Earners with day-to-day case administration
• Liaising with clients via telephone, email and in person
• Managing legal documents, correspondence and filing systems
• Opening new client files and undertaking compliance checks
• Preparing legal documentation and court bundles
• Scheduling appointments and managing diaries
• Updating case management systems accurately
• Assisting with general office and administrative duties
• Maintaining high levels of client care and confidentiality

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Telephone manner

Attention to detail

IT skills

Education

Law degree (LLB) or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Locations: Exeter, Plymouth or Torbay (flexible office base)
Salary: 24,000 - 25,000 + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Kick-Start Your Legal Career with One of the South West's Leading Law Firms

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and ambitious Law Graduate to join a highly regarded and well-established legal practice with offices across Exeter, Plymouth and Torbay .

This is an ideal opportunity for a recent Law Graduate or someone looking to take their first step into the legal profession. You'll gain exposure to a broad range of legal work whilst supporting experienced Solicitors and Fee Earners within a firm renowned for delivering exceptional client service and legal expertise across the South West.

Offering genuine career progression, ongoing training and mentoring, this role provides an excellent platform for those looking to develop a long-term career within the legal sector.

The Role

As a Legal Assistant, you will provide administrative and client support across various practice areas, helping to ensure the smooth running of legal matters from instruction through to completion.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting Solicitors and Fee Earners with day-to-day case administration
• Liaising with clients via telephone, email and in person
• Managing legal documents, correspondence and filing systems
• Opening new client files and undertaking compliance checks
• Preparing legal documentation and court bundles
• Scheduling appointments and managing diaries
• Updating case management systems accurately
• Assisting with general office and administrative duties
• Maintaining high levels of client care and confidentiality

About You

Applicants should possess:

• A Law degree (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong administration and organisational abilities
• A professional and confident telephone manner
• High attention to detail
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• The ability to prioritise workload and work effectively within a busy team
• A positive attitude and genuine interest in developing a career within law

Previous legal administration, customer service or office experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of 24,000 - 25,000
• Flexible office location across Exeter, Plymouth or Torbay
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways
• Pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Healthcare and wellbeing initiatives
• Employee assistance programme
• Life assurance
• Social events and team activities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

The Firm

This highly respected South West law firm has built an outstanding reputation for delivering expert legal advice and exceptional client service. With a strong regional presence and multiple offices across Devon, they continue to attract high-quality work and provide excellent opportunities for employees to develop and progress their careers within a supportive and professional environment.