Legal Support Assistant

PT group; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a highly organized Legal Support Assistant in Northampton to provide essential support within the Commercial Property Team. This role involves drafting documents, managing diaries, and offering admin support, ideally suited for candidates with a legal background and strong IT skills. Offering flexibility for full-time or part-time hours, this position comes with numerous benefits including annual leave, a bonus scheme, and other perks.

Benefits

28 days annual leave (plus public holidays)

Bonus scheme

Life Assurance

Scottish Widows Pension Scheme

Healthcare cash-plan

1/3 gym membership contribution

Electric vehicle scheme

Happy People/Perks at Work benefits portal

Cycle to Work scheme

Flu vaccinations

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of IT systems including Microsoft Office and Teams.
• Experience in a client-facing environment preferred.
• Previous experience in a legal professional services environment desirable.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and formatting letters, documents, and forms.
• Being the first point of contact for client queries.
• Proactive diary management for allocated fee earners.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Education

Experience in a Client-Facing Environment

Previous Experience in Legal Services

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Case Management Systems

Job description

About The Role

We are currently looking for a highly organised individual to fulfill a crucial role in our support staff within our Commercial Property Team.

Based in Central England (Northampton) and reporting to the Legal Support Manager.The Legal Support Assistant role aims to provide comprehensive business support to the fee earners within the team, including the following responsibilities:

• Drafting and formatting of letters, documents, and forms.
• Being a first point of contact for administrative and business support requirements for fee earners, anticipating the team's needs where possible.
• Supporting the file opening process for the team.
• Assisting with the preparation of all financial transactions as required.
• Filtering client queries, at times being the first point of contact for clients.
• Proactive diary management for allocated fee earners.
• Preparing correspondence and documents through audio typing and word-processing.

About You

As a Legal Support Assistant, you will have:

• Sound knowledge of IT systems including the full Microsoft Office suite and Teams.
• Excellent attention to detail in all aspects of your work, with confident typing abilities.
• Strong communication and organisation skills.
• Experience in a client-facing environment would be advantageous.
• Previous experience within a legal/professional services environment would be desirable.
• Experience in case management systems is preferable but not essential.

We can accommodate both full-time or part-time working around school hours, but are looking for someone who can work Monday to Friday.

About Us

Benefits of working with us as a Legal Support Assistant include:

• 28 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
• Bonus scheme
• Life Assurance
• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme
• Healthcare cash-plan
• 1/3 gym membership contribution
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Happy People/Perks at Work benefits portal
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Flu vaccinations

Is HCR the smart move for you?

HCR suits people who love a challenge and want to work in an environment where careers thrive on hard work and personal merit. Our people enjoy feeling part of something bigger than themselves, and whilst our clients drive our development, it is our people who bring energy, enthusiasm, and entrepreneurial mindsets to solve problems and help our clients succeed.

Why HCR people love their jobs

Our people tell us they enjoy working on high-quality, interesting matters from a wide variety of clients, gaining experience to develop their careers. We give responsibility early, empower you to make things happen, and support your good ideas. Our "Passion for People" is reflected in our energetic and fun environment, fostering growth and a warm workplace culture.

What career progression does HCR offer?

HCR’s growth creates opportunities for those who want to advance and make a difference. Your career can become part of our growth plan. Expect to work with friendly, ambitious colleagues who enjoy tackling client challenges and celebrating successes. Our community-oriented offices and collaborative teams support your professional journey.

What does HCR stand for?

As a Times Best Law firm and among the UK Top 60, we provide comprehensive legal services tailored to clients’ needs. We take an entrepreneurial, flexible, and responsive approach, ensuring excellent outcomes. With over 800 staff, including 150+ partners, and the Law Society’s Lexcel accreditation, we uphold high standards of compliance and client care. Our network spans ten offices across England and Wales, providing accessible, full-service legal support, emphasizing community engagement and client-focused advice.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We celebrate differences and aim to attract a diverse workforce that reflects all backgrounds and skills. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures talent, fosters support, and achieves the best outcomes. We are also an armed forces-friendly employer.

We encourage applicants to inform us of any support needed during the recruitment process. To apply, please submit your CV.

A note for recruitment agencies: The HCR Resourcing Team manages our recruitment. We primarily use direct hiring methods and work with a preferred supplier list. Unsolicited CVs sent to employees or partners are not considered introductions, and no fees apply. We reserve the right to pursue such candidates independently.