Private Client Legal Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Southampton is looking for a proactive Legal Assistant to join their busy team. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality support to fee earners and contribute to a professional environment with room for growth. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational skills and a positive attitude, along with the ability to manage various legal administrative tasks efficiently.

Benefits

Competitive salary + monthly performance bonus

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Health and wellness discounts

Discounted legal services

Pension contributions matching

Qualifications

• Understanding of legal administrative processes.
• Competence in Microsoft Office is essential.
• Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to legal professionals.
• Maintain filing systems and manage diaries effectively.
• Produce legal documents and correspondence accurately.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

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southampton, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

An established and forward-thinking law firm is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant to provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to one or more fee earners within a busy legal team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional and supportive environment with strong career development potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver efficient and accurate administrative and secretarial support to designated legal professionals.
• Provide exceptional client service across all communication channels, maintaining a professional and friendly approach at all times.
• Accurately produce legal documents, correspondence, and other materials via typing and digital dictation.
• Maintain organised filing systems in line with office procedures, ensuring timely completion and proper record-keeping.
• Manage personal and team diaries, including scheduling and tracking key deadlines and appointments.
• Assist with processing financial transactions in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Uphold strict confidentiality and maintain awareness of data protection regulations.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Solid understanding of legal administrative processes and willingness to stay current with procedural updates (specific legal knowledge beneficial but not essential).
• Competent in Microsoft Office and case management systems (training available).
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and discretion.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a focus on problem-solving and teamwork.
• Flexibility and commitment to personal and professional development.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary + monthly discretionary performance bonus
• Bonus scheme based on online client reviews
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + additional day off for your birthday
• Access to health, wellness, and lifestyle discounts via Simplyhealth
• Discounted legal services
• Support with professional memberships and qualifications
• Matched pension contributions (up to 4%)