Litigation Assistant

Simpson Judge Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Manchester is seeking a Litigation Assistant to join their growing housing litigation team. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 months of legal experience and strong communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £28,000, flexible hours, and numerous benefits including 25 days holiday and training support. This position is perfect for someone looking to grow their career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Salary from £26,000 (DOE) + Bonus

Flexible start and finish times

25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off

Annual salary review & pension (6% employer contribution)

Training, development & support

Casual dress, city centre location

Sick pay & Death in Service (x4 salary)

Subsidised gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• At least 6 months' legal experience, ideally with litigated cases.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organised, self-motivated, and IT literate (MS Office).

Responsibilities

• Support senior staff in delivering high standards of client care.
• Prepare proceedings for issue, draft witness statements, and legal documents.
• Speak with clients and third parties by telephone.

Skills

Legal experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Organised and self-motivated

IT literate (MS Office)

Education

Legal qualification

Tools

Case Management System experience (Proclaim)

Job description

Litigation Assistant - Manchester

Full time, permanent | Salary up to £28,000 DOE + Bonus

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Litigation Assistant to join a well-established and growing housing litigation team. The role offers flexibility, excellent benefits, and clear opportunities for career development.

What's on offer

• Salary from £26,000 (DOE) + Bonus
• Flexible start and finish times
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off
• Annual salary review & pension (6% employer contribution)
• Training, development & support
• Casual dress, city centre location
• Sick pay & Death in Service (x4 salary)
• Subsidised gym membership
• Employee Assistance Programme

The role

You'll support senior staff in delivering high standards of client care, assisting with litigation including preparing proceedings for issue, drafting witness statements, court bundles, legal documents, and client communication.

Key tasks

• Speak with clients and third parties by telephone
• Draft letters, communications, and legal documents
• Prepare court bundles
• Work to deadlines and support smooth business operations

Requirements

• At least 6 months' legal experience, ideally with litigated cases
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organised, self-motivated, and IT literate (MS Office)
• Legal qualification desirable (not essential)
• Case Management System experience (Proclaim a plus)

Please apply direct or email your CV to Beth @ Simpson Judge Legal.