Job Title: Legal Support Assistant – Commercial
Ready to take your career to the next level?
We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us, and let’s shape the future together.
* We are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not currently accepting applications from recruitment agencies.
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The role in 60 seconds
- Role: Legal Support Assistant
- Team: Commercial
- Location: Hybrid working from Bristol
- Working Pattern: Flexible - full time or part time
- Why this role matters: This is a real opportunity to grow your admin career whilst learning from a hugely talented team. If you are looking to embark on a path which offers eventual progression and professional development, we can’t wait to welcome you aboard!
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What you’ll do
In this role, you’ll:
- Oversee matter setup, ensuring compliance with AML procedures
- Respond to queries from clients on behalf of your fee earners, ensuring excellent and clear communication at all times
- Diary and meeting management tasks
- Assist with monthly billing procedures and cash collection
- Produce and amend letters, documents and presentations in line with our house style
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What we’re looking for
We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and brings:
- Prior experience working within an administrative function, ideally in a law firm
- Confident communication skills, and keen attention to detail
- Strong IT skills with the ability to become familiar with new systems quickly
- You’ll share our passion for innovation, collaboration, and achieving great things together.
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Join a seriously ambitious firm
At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:
- An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark
- A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises
- A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative
- A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities
- Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals
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Progressive benefits tailored to you
We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:
- Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus
- Employee sabbaticals, lifestyle hours and flexi hours
- Enhanced parental leave policies
- Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships)
- An open, flexible working environment
- For a full list of our competitive benefits package, please click here
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Ready to apply?
- Hit the "Apply Now" button.
- Send us your CV and a quick note on why this role is perfect for you
- Our team will review your application and be in touch, whatever the outcome
- Invited for interview?
- With a straightforward process typically involving two interviews, our talent acquisition team will guide you through every step, ensuring you feel confident and prepared to show us what you can do
- We’re here to support your individual needs. If you require any adaptations or adjustments, we’re more than happy to accommodate these. Before your interview, we’ll contact you to discuss the themes we’ll cover and answer any questions you might have
- If you’d like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview, just let us know
Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.
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What We Do
Through our network of seven offices, we work together as one national team offering specialist legal advice and services to regional, national and international clients, both businesses and individuals.
We are among the UK's top 100 law firms, with just under 50 partners and over 500 staff. Headed by Managing Partner Martin Hirst, Foot Anstey has achieved consistent growth and strong financial performance and we have grown organically through our bold, agile strategy that has attracted the attention of the industry. We have been named in numerous awards that include the British Legal Awards, MPF Awards for Management Excellence and South West Business Insider
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