Legal Support Assistant

DWF; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

DWF offers an exciting opportunity for a proactive Legal Support Assistant to join the Fraud and Motor team in Belfast. You will provide essential administrative and organisational support, ensuring the smooth operation of the team and high-quality client service.

Based in Belfast with a hybrid working pattern, the role suits someone with an administrative or secretarial background who wants to develop within a professional services environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative or secretarial role.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Confident, professional written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and organisational support to the Fraud & Motor team.
• Prepare, format and proofread legal documents and correspondence.
• Manage and maintain case files, ensuring up-to-date documentation.
• Liaise professionally with clients, courts and third-party providers.
• Assist with court bundles and other litigation support tasks.
• Coordinate diaries, meetings and appointments for team members.
• Support general office tasks, including data entry, scanning and photocopying.

Skills

Administrative experience

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Why join us?

Join our multi‑award‑winning, Fraud & Motor NI teamat DWF, renowned for its innovative approach to legal services. Here, you’ll thrive in a dynamic, aspirational culture built on collaboration, clear career progression, and partnerships with a blue‑chip client base. As a values‑driven business, we’re committed to providing exceptional support, empowering you to grow and succeed.

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Legal Support Assistant to join our Fraud and Motor team in Belfast.

This role is ideal for someone with an administrative or secretarial background who is looking to develop their career in a professional services environment. You’ll play a vital role in supporting fee earners, ensuring the smooth running of the team and helping to deliver an excellent service to our clients.

The role is based and Belfast and offers a hybrid working pattern.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the Fraud and Motor team.
• Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal documents and correspondence.
• Managing and maintaining case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Liaising professionally with clients, courts and third party providers.
• Assisting with the preparation of court bundles and other litigation support tasks.
• Coordinating diaries, meetings and appointments for team members.
• Supporting general office and team tasks, including data entry, scanning and photocopying.

What will help you succeed in this role?

Essential

• Previous experience in an administrative or secretarial role (legal experience is not required).
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines.
• Confident and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A positive, proactive approach and a willingness to learn as part of a team.

What we offer?

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, you may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.

About us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.