Legal Support Assistant – Litigation
Location: Newbury
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: 28k-31k
The Opportunity
A well-established regional law firm is looking to recruit a Legal Support Assistant to join its busy Litigation team based in Newbury.
This role will involve providing comprehensive administrative and organisational support to fee earners, helping to manage a varied caseload of contentious matters. It would suit someone with previous legal secretarial or administrative experience who is confident working in a fast-paced legal environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Opening new client files in line with internal procedures
- Preparing court and trial bundles
- Acting as a key point of contact for clients, providing regular updates
- Supporting lawyers with digital dictation and document production
- Undertaking basic legal research as required
- Maintaining accurate records within the document management system
- Managing diaries, scheduling meetings, and providing general team support
- Liaising with barristers, courts, and third parties
- Chasing court orders, deadlines, and related correspondence
About You
- Previous experience in a legal support or secretarial role
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
- A proactive and reliable team player
- Confident liaising with clients and external stakeholders
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary
- Standard office hours (Monday to Friday)
- Flexible holiday allowance
- Pension and life assurance
- Health and well-being support, including access to virtual GP services
- Additional employee benefits