Legal Support Assistant – Stamford – £24,000 to £26,000

The firm
Based in the heart of Stamford, this long-established practice has built a strong reputation for high-quality legal services, deep community roots, and a friendly, professional working culture. The team enjoys a central location in one of Lincolnshire’s most historic and attractive market towns, offering both a vibrant atmosphere and a supportive environment for those starting or developing a legal career. The office is known for its approachable nature, collaborative feel, and the variety that comes with supporting several busy legal departments. You’ll find a place where your contribution is valued, your development is encouraged, and your day-to-day work genuinely supports the success of the wider team. Would you thrive in a role where organisation, accuracy and people-skills all matter equally?

The role

• Scanning incoming post and completing photocopying tasks as directed
• Closing files following established office procedures
• Carrying out general office duties as required throughout the day
• Ensuring photocopiers are stocked with paper and functioning correctly
• Monitoring and maintaining stationery supplies
• Supporting project work including managing wills, deeds and file storage
• Retrieving wills, deeds and archived files when needed
• Typing from manual documents, digital dictation or voice recognition
• Assisting with ad-hoc administrative tasks
• Providing support to reception, including:
• Holiday and absence cover
• Preparing refreshments for meetings
• Collecting, opening and distributing incoming mail
• Delivering and collecting documents from nearby businesses
• Franking outgoing mail
• Answering calls and greeting clients
• Working efficiently in a fast-paced office environment Does a role with lots of variety and daily interaction appeal to you?

  You

  • GCSEs at grade C or above
  • Confident using Microsoft Office software
  • Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Well-organised and structured in your approach
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Able to touch type
  • Proactive, reliable and adaptable
  • A genuine team player
  • (Desirable) Law degree
  • (Desirable) Previous experience within a legal practice
  • (Desirable) Familiarity with case management systems

  Benefits

  • Experience within a respected and well-established legal environment
  • A friendly, supportive team in a central Stamford location
  • Excellent exposure to a wide range of legal work
  • Structured tasks ideal for developing legal-office skills
  • A role suited to those looking to start or progress a career in the legal sector

  If this seems like the right opportunity for you then apply online! Or contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal today.