Legal Support Assistant

Clyde & Co

. Deliver administrative, operational and client service support to fee earners and legal teams .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeManchester • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong client service focus and excellent organizational skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Proficient in document production, compliance, and maintaining data integrity across various systems.

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Client Service FocusDocument Management SystemsMicrosoft Office SuiteOrganizational SkillsLegal Support Coordination

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Hard Skills

Document ProductionData Integrity ManagementFinancial AdministrationLegal ResearchCompliance Monitoring

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to DetailAdaptabilityTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Case Management SystemsDocument Management SystemsMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Legal EnvironmentProfessional ServicesClient OnboardingBusiness DevelopmentRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver administrative, operational and client service support to fee earners and legal teams
Manage legal support activities and coordinate workflows
Act as a point of contact for client and matter-related queries
Coordinate legal document production and review completed work for accuracy, formatting and consistency
Manage client communications, calls, emails, correspondence and messages
Maintain client, contact, business development, matter and financial information in firm systems
Manage diaries, meetings, travel arrangements and logistics
Prepare agendas, meeting materials, presentations, reports, spreadsheets, trackers and management information
Support matter opening and closing, client onboarding, engagement documentation, business development activities, pitches, tenders and client events
Monitor key dates, deadlines and compliance requirements
Coordinate printing, scanning, document collation and courier arrangements
Manage incoming emails, correspondence and post, escalating matters as needed
Draft routine correspondence on behalf of fee earners
Attend meetings, take minutes and track actions to completion
Support team resourcing and provide absence cover
Assist with billing, time recording, disbursements, WIP management, expenses, payment requests, banking transactions and other matter-related financial administration
Create, update and manage electronic data rooms and document repositories
Undertake legal and regulatory searches and complete online submissions
Ensure compliance with firm policies, procedures and regulatory obligations
Manage workload, prioritise competing deadlines and escalate issues where necessary

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous experience within a legal or professional services environment
Strong client service focus with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently, use initiative and take ownership of tasks
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach
Professional, adaptable and collaborative approach to teamwork
High level of discretion and commitment to confidentiality
Experience using document management and case management systems
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Strong document production and formatting capability
Experience maintaining data integrity across multiple systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working arrangement
Equal opportunities and inclusive workplace
Pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships