Senior Legal Assistant / Legal Support Assistant

TSR Legal; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Bristol is seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to provide high-level support within their Family / Private Client team. This role offers a hybrid working model, allowing for 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. The firm values long-term development and career progression, welcoming candidates with previous experience as a Legal Assistant or similar. Strong organisational skills, professionalism, and a client-focused approach are essential.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal PA, or Legal Support Assistant required.
• Familiarity with Private Client work (Wills, Probate, etc.) is advantageous.
• Strong client-facing skills with empathy and professionalism needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level legal and administrative support to fee earners.
• Prepare and manage legal documents and correspondence.
• Act as a key contact for clients, handling queries professionally.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

Clio

Microsoft Office

Adobe

BundleDocs

Job description

Senior Legal Assistant / Legal Support Assistant - Family / Private Client
Bristol
Location: Bristol (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days remote)

TSR Legal are delighted to be working with a forward-thinking law firm in North Bristol, who are seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to join their team. This opportunity has arisen due to internal progression, reflecting the firm's strong commitment to developing and promoting its people. As such, the firm is keen to appoint someone who is looking to build a long-term career, demonstrate loyalty to the firm, and grow with the role over time. The firm will also consider candidates from Legal PA or Legal Support Assistant backgrounds, provided they bring strong organisational skills, a proactive mindset, and a genuine interest in Family / Private Client work.

Role Purpose

To provide high-level legal and administrative support to fee earners within the team, ensuring efficient case management, excellent client care, and smooth day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing, formatting, proofreading and managing legal documents, correspondence and court forms
• Maintaining accurate and compliant case files in line with AML and GDPR requirements
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, handling queries professionally and arranging appointments
• Liaising with external parties including courts, experts and intermediaries to support case progression
• Assisting with letters of engagement and client onboarding processes
• Supporting business development activities, including firm events and networking initiatives
• Confident use of legal technology, including Microsoft Office, Adobe and case management systems

Skills & Competencies

• Positive, enthusiastic and dependable team player
• Highly organised with excellent time-management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail with a professional approach to confidentiality
• Able to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider team
• Willingness to learn, develop and take on increasing responsibility over time

Preferred Experience (Desirable, Not Essential)

• Experience using Clio or similar case management systems
• Use of BundleDocs
• Confidence with e-filing court documents
• Experience with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram) and an interest in using AI tools

Experience Required

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal PA or Legal Support Assistant
• Exposure to Private Client work is advantageous (Wills, Probate, Estate Administration, Contentious Probate, Family, etc.)
• Strong client-facing skills with empathy, professionalism and discretion

Why Join?

• Role created due to internal promotion, highlighting genuine career progression
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Long-term development opportunities within the firm
• Hybrid working model
• Award winning firm
• Opportunity to grow the role alongside the firm

How to Apply

If you are a motivated legal support professional looking for a stable, long-term opportunity within a firm that genuinely invests in its people, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact TSR Legal for a confidential discussion. Please contact Rachel Phillips on #removed# or email .