Legal Assistant

2 weeks ago


Shepton Mallet, Somerset, United Kingdom Lyons Bowe Solicitors Full time £25,000 - £40,000 per year

Join one of the fastest growing law firms in the South West.

Established in 2014,
Lyons Bowe
has offices in Bridgwater, Bristol, Frome, Keynsham and Shepton Mallet. Our growth reflects our strong performance, focus on strategic planning and commitment to clients. We invest in our people because we know that attracting, developing and retaining talented staff is key to delivering excellent service.

We are now looking for an experienced
Legal Assistant
to join our
Private Client team
and help grow the business.

We work a 35 hour week, Monday - Friday.

The role

You will support the team across a varied caseload including Wills, Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Estate Administration. You will deal directly with clients face to face, over the phone and via email, ensuring excellent service and clear communication.

What you will be doing

  • Assisting Fee Earners with case management and file queries
  • Completing tasks accurately and within deadlines, including taking dictations and typing
  • Liaising with clients and other contacts, handling enquiries and taking instructions
  • Identifying opportunities to cross-sell the firm's services

What we are looking for

  • Recent experience in a Private Client department
  • Confident and articulate communicator
  • Strong IT skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure
  • Commitment to personal development and growth

Studying for Membership of the Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) or similar is desirable.

Professional development

After six months, you can study for the
CLC Level 4 Diploma in Probate Law and Practice
, fully funded by the firm. You can then progress to
CLC Level 6 Diploma
, at which point you will move into a fee-earning role. Level 6 typically takes two years to complete, and on passing, you will become a
Newly Qualified Licensed Probate Practitioner
.

Alternative routes to qualification include
CILEx
, offering flexible pathways through Foundation Paralegal, Advanced Paralegal and Professional stages, while gaining experience and developing your legal skills.

What you will get in return

  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • An extra Lyons Bowe Bank Holiday
  • Your birthday off every year
  • Parking or parking permit provided
  • Discounted legal services
  • Free eye tests and flu jabs
  • Access to mental health support
  • Flexible working options
  • Family-friendly approach and healthy work-life balance
  • Extensive training and development opportunities

If you are ambitious, client-focused and ready to develop your legal career in Private Client work, we would love to hear from you.


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