Legal Support Assistant, Document Production

Chattertons Solicitors & Wealth Management; Quarrington; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Chattertons is seeking a detail‑oriented Legal Support Assistant to join the Document Production Team in Sleaford, Lincolnshire. The role includes daily scanning, file handling, and clerical duties with occasional travel to other offices.

Full training will be provided, and you will support reception and general office tasks. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs, proficient MS Office skills, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (5 passes) and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Desirable: Law degree; experience in a law firm; competence with case management systems; understanding of confidentiality/Data Protection.

Responsibilities

• Scan daily post and photocopy as directed by Team Leader.
• Close files using standard office procedures.
• Carry out general office duties as needed.
• Ensure photocopiers are stocked with paper and stationery stock is maintained.
• Project work for wills, deeds, and file storage; retrieve documents as required.
• Type information from documents or dictation.
• Handle Royal Mail post and deliveries to other solicitors/nearby businesses.
• Franking outgoing mail; provide ad-hoc support to reception and meetings.

Skills

GCSEs

MS Office

Attention to detail

Education

Law degree (desirable)

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Chattertons is seeking a detail‑oriented Legal Support Assistant to join the Document Production Team in Sleaford, Lincolnshire. The role includes daily scanning, file handling, and clerical duties with occasional travel to other offices.

Full training will be provided, and you will support reception and general office tasks. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs, proficient MS Office skills, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced legal environment.