Private Client Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Legal Southwest; Newquay; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Newquay seeks a Legal Assistant for its Private Client department. The role involves providing administrative support, assisting with various legal tasks, and liaising with clients. Candidates should have prior legal experience or be Law Graduates, and will benefit from a friendly working environment and training opportunities within a reputable practice.

Benefits

Friendly working environment

Opportunities for training and career progression

Competitive salary based on experience

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a legal assistant or Law Graduate preferred.
• Confident communication and client-focused approach required.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Supporting fee earners with Private Client files.
• Drafting letters and legal documents under supervision.
• Liaising with clients and managing diary entries.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Law Graduate

Experience as a legal assistant

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management systems

Job description

On behalf of our client, a respected and well-established law firm based in Newquay, we are pleased to offer an excellent opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join their Private Client department.

This position will involve providing key administrative and legal support across a broad range of Private Client matters, including Wills, Probate, Powers of Attorney, and Estate Administration. The successful candidate will work closely with solicitors and other team members, assisting with day-to-day tasks and client liaison, while helping to ensure the smooth running of client files.

This is an ideal role for someone with prior experience in a legal support role or a candidate who is looking to build a long-term career in Private Client law within a supportive and friendly practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting fee earners with the preparation and management of Private Client files
• Drafting letters and basic legal documents under supervision
• Liaising with clients, third parties, and professionals by telephone, email, and post
• Managing diary entries, appointments, and deadlines
• Filing, photocopying, and maintaining accurate records and client data
• Assisting with matter opening and closing procedures, and compliance-related tasks

Candidate Profile:

• Previous experience as a legal assistant or a Law Graduate, ideally with exposure to Private Client work
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
• A team player with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently

What’s on Offer:

• A friendly and close-knit working environment within a reputable local firm
• Opportunities for training and career progression
• Competitive salary based on experience
• A genuine work-life balance in a beautiful coastal location

This role offers the chance to become a valued part of a personable and dedicated legal team, supporting clients with care and professionalism during important life events.

Please get in touch if you would like more information about this role or send your CV via the form below in complete confidence and we will get back to you.

Legal Southwest will never, without exception, send out your CV without your prior knowledge or consent so please be assured that we treat every application with the utmost confidentiality.