Legal Research Assistant

Sewell Wallis Ltd; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Legal Research Assistant to support their expanding team in Sheffield. This role involves utilizing search engines to gather and vet information, ensuring compliance with legal standards. The ideal candidate will possess a degree and demonstrate strong analytical and research skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving. This innovative firm offers a hybrid working model, allowing you to balance home and office work effectively. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will support critical legal processes and enhance your career in a professional setting.

Benefits

Hybrid working: 50% from home

Cycle to work scheme

25 days holiday, increasing to 28

Loyalty awards

Qualifications

• Degree level education; experience in a professional services environment preferred.
• Excellent research and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Validate and vet information using search engines; liaise with fee earners.
• Analyze search results to identify potential conflicts of interest.
• Assist the Conflicts Manager and handle ad-hoc projects.

Skills

Excellent research and analytical skills

Proactive attitude and initiative

Strong organizational skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Basic knowledge of SRA rules

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Adaptability to new processes

Education

Degree level education

Job description

Sewell Wallis is working with a global law firm based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, operating in 40+ countries with 5,000 lawyers.

Due to expansion, they are seeking a Legal Research Assistant to utilize search engines and resources to gather information and present findings to partners.

The ideal candidate will have a degree and preferably experience in a professional environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Validate and vet information on the Conflicts Request Form using search engines and resources; liaise with fee earners for clarification.
2. Analyze complex search results from the firm's conflict systems to identify potential conflicts of interest.
3. Communicate clearly with fee earners to highlight potential conflicts across all practice areas.
4. Escalate complex conflicts to the Conflicts Manager.
5. Conduct additional research using internal and external resources.
6. Assist with setting up and maintaining information barriers.
7. Develop knowledge of legal/regulatory requirements relevant to Risk and Compliance.
8. Support the firm’s training on conflict processes and policies.
9. Provide assistance to the Conflicts Manager and team as needed.
10. Handle ad-hoc projects related to New Business Intake and conflicts.

Required Skills:

• Degree level education; experience in a professional services environment preferred but not mandatory.
• Basic knowledge of SRA rules and confidentiality duties.
• Interest in legal business practices; analytical thinking.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Proactive attitude and initiative.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Adaptability to new processes and technologies.
• Effective interpersonal skills for liaising with legal staff.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working: 50% from home.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• 25 days holiday, increasing to 28.
• Loyalty awards.

To apply, send your CV quoting the reference and the website where you found the ad. For more info, contact Lewis Walker. Due to high volume, if you do not hear within 7 days, your application was not successful.

Sewell Wallis offers recruitment support across finance, HR, and business support roles, with offices in Sheffield and Leeds covering South and West Yorkshire and Manchester.