Senior Legal Assistant

Bristol Industrial; West of England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to support their High Value Personal Injury team. The role involves managing complex claims and offers clear progression into Fee Earner roles. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of litigation processes, excellent time management skills, and the ability to communicate effectively. This position promises a supportive environment with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Clear career progression

Supportive professional environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience or qualifications to perform at Senior Legal Assistant level.
• Strong knowledge of MOJ portal procedures and Civil Procedure Rules.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Taking initial instructions from clients and preparing draft witness statements.
• Managing court timetables and ensuring compliance with deadlines.
• Providing ongoing legal support to the supervising Fee Earner.

Skills

Litigation processes

Time management

Problem-solving

Legal communication

Job description

Overview

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Legal Assistant to join a High Value Personal Injury team, supporting a Fee Earner on complex, multi-track claims. The position offers excellent scope for career progression — the previous assistant has recently been promoted internally to a Fee Earner role, and the same pathway is available for the successful candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Taking initial instructions from clients and preparing draft witness statements
• Preparing draft letters of claim and other correspondence
• Managing court timetables and ensuring compliance with deadlines
• Liaising with experts, counsel, and clients, and dealing with general enquiries
• Attending conferences with counsel (both in person and remotely)
• Taking witness statements relating to liability and quantum
• Conducting research into legal and quantum issues
• Preparing key court documents such as claim forms, particulars of claim, and schedules of loss
• Instructing and briefing counsel as required
• Providing ongoing legal support to the supervising Fee Earner

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience or qualifications to perform successfully at Senior Legal Assistant (Grade A Fee Earner) level
• Strong knowledge of litigation processes, MOJ portal procedures, and Civil Procedure Rules
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to handle pressure effectively
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Compassion, empathy, and excellent communication abilities

What’s on Offer

• Clear career progression with a direct pathway into Fee Earner roles
• The opportunity to work on high-value, complex Personal Injury cases in a supportive and professional environment
• Competitive salary and benefits