Legal Assistant / PA to a Partner

Job Title: Legal Assistant and PA to Partner
Location:Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (7.5 hours per day plus a 30-minute lunch)
Annual Leave: 22 days + bank holidays

About the Firm

With over 25 years of excellence, this well-established and highly respected law firm provides both personal and corporate legal services. The firm prides itself on delivering outstanding client care, quickly identifying issues, and creating opportunities for success.
Their team of over 60 legal experts – including solicitors and paralegals – support individuals and businesses across a wide range of practice areas, including:

Personal Injury Claims
Housing Disrepair
Court of Protection
Drafting Commercial Contracts and Contract Disputes
Medical Regulation
Alternative Dispute Resolution (such as Mediation)
Legal advice and support to insurers

The firm is part of a wider group of companies and benefits from excellent transport links, with Warrington Bank Quay and Warrington Central stations within walking distance, and close access to the M62, M56, and M6.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Assistant and PA to join the team and support a Partner within a busy department.

Key Responsibilities:

Preparing and managing correspondence, legal documents, and court papers
Audio and copy typing of legal documentation to a high standard (approx. 50% of your time will be spent typing)
Proactive client liaison – handling messages, passing on information, and dealing with simple queries
Maintaining an organised filing system
Preparing indexes and bundles, including electronic bundles
Carrying out administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, and collating documents
Supporting the Partner with any additional duties as required

Person Specification

Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary (ideally within Personal Injury)
Knowledge of relevant software applications (ideally Proclaim)
Understanding of Personal Injury processes and procedures
Excellent spelling, punctuation, and grammar skills
Strong typing skills (approx. 50% of time)
Proven ability to produce legal documents and correspondence to a high standard
High level of confidentiality and professionalism
IT literacy (e.g. Microsoft Office)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organisational and time management skills
Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
Flexible, adaptable, and collaborative approach
Strong work ethic with a polite and helpful manner

Benefits

Discounted gym membership
Free eye tests
Flu jab vouchers
Company pension
Computing scheme
Cycle-to-work scheme
Life assurance
Staff referral scheme
Complimentary tea, coffee, and fruit
Fundraising and social events, including the annual Summer Party

Application

Please send your updated CV to or call Chris on for a confidential discussion.