Legal Support Assistant

Cathedral Appointments | B Corp™; Exeter; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected professional services organization in Exeter seeks a Legal Support Assistant to join its friendly, collaborative team. This role involves providing essential administrative support, including billing and client communications. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a detail-oriented mindset. The company offers up to £26,000, flexible working options, and numerous benefits including wellness programs and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Salary up to £26,000 DOE

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Gym schemes and yoga classes

Income protection and pension scheme

Access to social clubs and volunteering days

Qualifications

• Keen eye for detail essential.
• Previous administrative experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Competent communication skills both written and verbal required.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential administrative support to lawyers.
• Assist with billing and client communications.
• Support monthly invoicing cycle to meet financial deadlines.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Confident communicator

Proactive

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

UP TO £26K | 12 MONTHS FTC | EXETER

A respected and well-established professional services organisation in Exeter is seeking a Legal Support Assistant to join its friendly, collaborative team. Known for its supportive culture and commitment to innovation, the firm offers an environment where individuals can grow their skills, contribute meaningfully, and build a long-term career. With a strong people-first approach and flexible working options, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop within a professional services setting.

The Role:

As a Legal Support Assistant, you will provide essential administrative and organisational support to lawyers and wider teams. This varied position involves assisting with billing, coordinating client communications, supporting matter management, and helping to keep the department running smoothly. This role would suit someone who is organised, proactive and keen to gain experience within a legal or professional environment.

Key Responsibilities of the Legal Support Assistant:

• Process electronic payments.
• Record and allocate receipts to client accounts, ensuring invoice payments are applied correctly.
• Download and prepare bank data for internal financial systems.
• Respond promptly to finance-related queries from colleagues.
• Support the monthly invoicing cycle and meet financial deadlines.
• Work collaboratively with the Finance team to maintain accurate financial records.

Requirements of the Legal Support Assistant:

• Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal.
• Proactive, enthusiastic and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Previous administrative or professional services experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Ability to build strong working relationships across teams.
• Competent with Microsoft Office; experience with billing or finance processes is an advantage.

Your Benefits Include:

• Salary up to £26,000 DOE
• 25 days holidays, plus bank holidays, plus reduced hours at Christmas
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, wellness cash plan, and free corporate membership to the Headspace App
• Private Medical Insurance, gym schemes, yoga classes, and the Cycle to Work scheme
• Income protection, pension scheme, life assurance, and bonus opportunities
• Hybrid working opportunities and flexible arrangements to support work-life balance
• Access to social clubs, volunteering days, and opportunities to support local communities

If you are a proactive, detail-focused professional looking to contribute within an organisation committed to collaboration, innovation and high-quality client service, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today to discuss this opportunity in confidence.

Note on Sponsorship:

We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.

Recruitment Consultant: Georgia Parkhouse

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