SWINDON | FULL-TIME | PERMANENT

My client, a highly respected Legal 500 firm, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Support Assistant to join their Wills, Probate & Estate Planning team based in Swindon. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a collaborative and supportive environment, providing essential administrative assistance to a team of experienced legal professionals.

THE ROLE

As a Legal Support Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting lawyers across the team with day-to-day case management and administrative tasks. Responsibilities will include:

• Opening new client files, including obtaining ID and supporting compliance procedures such as anti-money laundering and know your client checks
• Drafting routine correspondence for review and approval
• Maintaining and updating client files using the firm’s document management system
• Providing general team administration, including diary and inbox management

To be successful in this role, you should ideally have:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in an administrative role within a legal environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational abilities and confidence in managing multiple priorities
• A team-focused mindset with a professional and client-focused approac