Legal Support Assistant – Family Law & Admin Expert

Weise Employment; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services provider is seeking a Legal Support Assistant in Plymouth. The role involves providing administrative support, client interaction, and collaboration with a legal team. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in the legal field, particularly in family law. Benefits include an employer pension contribution, discretionary bonus scheme, and 33 days of holiday. Salary ranges from £24,500 to £25,500 based on experience.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution of 3%

Discretionary bonus scheme

33 days holiday per annum

Health care cash plan

Death in Service benefit

Cycle to Work Scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in legal services, particularly family law, is advantageous.
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn new skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and independence.
• High accuracy and good grammar knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide administration and secretarial support using case management systems.
• Contact clients and other law firms via phone, email, and in person.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high-quality legal services.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Strong team player

Attention to detail

Ability to handle distressed clients

Experience in legal services (family/divorce work)

Job description

A legal services provider is seeking a Legal Support Assistant in Plymouth. The role involves providing administrative support, client interaction, and collaboration with a legal team. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in the legal field, particularly in family law. Benefits include an employer pension contribution, discretionary bonus scheme, and 33 days of holiday. Salary ranges from £24,500 to £25,500 based on experience.