Legal Support Assistant

Addleshaw Goddard; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Manchester is seeking a business support professional to provide administrative support to partners and fee earners. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in a fast-paced office, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for training and career progression.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year’s experience in a similar fast-paced office environment.
• Proficient in document and case management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive document management support.
• Manage workflow and meet strict SLAs and deadlines.
• Deliver general administrative support to ensure client deadlines are met.

Skills

Document Management

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Detail-oriented

Team Collaboration

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Job description

Overview

We\'re looking for an enthusiastic, business support professional to play a key role in delivering exceptional in-person administrative support to our Partners, Fee Earners, and PAs. Based full-time in our Manchester office, you\'ll be part of a collaborative environment with dedicated training and clear opportunities for career progression.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive document management support (photocopying, scanning, printing, binding)
• Certify, redact, and convert hard and electronic copy documents
• Manage workflow and meet strict SLAs and deadlines
• Oversee file creation, archiving, retrieval, and closure
• Coordinate mail, courier bookings, and inter-office travel arrangements
• Deliver general administrative support to ensure client deadlines are met
• Assist with training team members and support Legal PAs and fee earners with ad-hoc tasks

Qualifications

• At least one year’s experience in a similar fast-paced office environment
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills
• Detail-oriented with proven ability to prioritise a diverse workload
• Collaborative team player who can also work independently
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and document/case management systems

Why Choose Us?

Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are not just valued but encouraged to reach your full potential. Our culture promotes improvement, growth, and collaboration, making us the natural choice for top-tier clients. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.

Next Steps

Interested? If this role sounds like your next career step, we\'d love to hear from you. Click the Apply button to view the full role profile on our website and start your application!