Legal Assistant - Perfect For A Legal Graduate

Reed; York; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Legal Assistant

• Location:York, Hybrid/Remote - must be based close enough to travel to York
• Job Type:Full-time
• Salary:£24-26,000

We have an incredibly exciting opportunity for passionate Legal graduates looking to kickstart their career with a firm that blends traditional litigation with legal tech.

This varied role offers a unique opportunity to engage with both high-net-worth international divorce cases and high-volume, streamlined divorce cases. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel in client interactions, and can manage casework efficiently, this role is perfect for you.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Assist with complex financial remedy cases, preparing court submissions, correspondence, and case files.
• Liaise with London-based counsel, clients, and international legal teams.
• Handle confidential financial and corporate documentation related to international assets.
• Track court deadlines, ensuring efficient case management and coordination.
• Manage client onboarding, handling high-profile individuals with discretion.
• Guide clients through the structured operational funnel, ensuring they complete financial disclosure accurately.
• Manage the briefing process for judges, ensuring they have the necessary information to deliver an opinion.
• Prepare the final report summarising judicial opinions to divorcing couples in a clear, customer-friendly manner.
• Handle case volume efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow within the 12-week process.
• Maintain a high level of customer service, responding to client queries with professionalism and empathy.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A keen interest in family law; legal training is not essential but beneficial.
• Detail-oriented with a keen eye for accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills, capable of managing both high-net-worth litigation and structured, high-volume casework.
• Strong communication skills, able to liaise effectively with judges, barristers, and clients from diverse backgrounds.
• A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative legal environment.
• Experience in a legal, administrative, or client management role is preferred.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work on prestigious, high-profile cases and be part of an innovative legal tech startup.
• Insight into both traditional litigation and modern, scalable legal services.
• Part of a team disrupting the family law space with fairer and more efficient solutions.
• Competitive salary and career development opportunities.
• Remote-first work policy with flexibility.

If this sounds like it could be for you don’t hesitate in applying!