Legal Office Admin & Paralegal Assistant

Aspiria Recruit; Exeter; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benenden Healthcare

Annual leave: 25 days + 3 Christmas/ab

Enhanced parental pay

Job summary

A UK law firm in Exeter is seeking an Office Manager/Legal Assistant on an entry-level basis. The role combines general office administration with ad hoc paralegal tasks, based fully in the office.

The candidate should be a recent graduate or have admin experience and be keen to develop within a legal environment. Typical duties include reception coverage, document filing, post handling, and supporting the legal team during busy periods.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or experience in administrative, office or legal support role.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Professional telephone and communication skills.
• Reliable, proactive and willing to support colleagues.
• Comfortable working with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage general office administration and day-to-day tasks.
• Provide reception cover and welcome visitors professionally.
• Answer and direct incoming telephone calls.
• Scan, file and organise documents accurately.
• Manage incoming and outgoing post, including post office visits.
• Monitor and order office supplies.
• Open new files and complete administrative processes.
• Provide ad hoc paralegal and administrative support during busy periods.
• Offer overflow assistance to members of the legal team.
• Maintain accurate records and handle confidential information appropriately.
• Support the smooth running of the office.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm.

Skills

Organization skills

Attention to detail

Telephone etiquette

Reliability

Confidentiality

Education

Recent graduate

Job description

A UK law firm in Exeter is seeking an Office Manager/Legal Assistant on an entry-level basis. The role combines general office administration with ad hoc paralegal tasks, based fully in the office.

The candidate should be a recent graduate or have admin experience and be keen to develop within a legal environment. Typical duties include reception coverage, document filing, post handling, and supporting the legal team during busy periods.