Job Description

About Penerley Solicitors

Penerley Solicitors is a dynamic and forward-thinking law firm based in Canary Wharf, committed to delivering high-quality legal services with a personal touch. We offer a wide range of legal services for both individual and corporate clients, including Employment Law, Property Law, Landlord & Tenant, and Dispute Resolution.

Our team takes pride in building strong client relationships and providing tailored, practical legal solutions. With a growing team and a collaborative environment, we are focused on innovation, inclusion, and ongoing professional development.

The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team. This role offers a balance between remote work and time spent in our Canary Wharf office. As a Legal Assistant at Penerley Solicitors, you will play a vital role in supporting our legal team.

Key Responsibilities

Document Preparation and Filing
Draft and proofread letters, contracts, witness statements, court forms and other legal documents in areas like employment, property, commercial law and wills. Organise, scan and file both physical and digital documents to support casework.

Client Interaction & Diary Management
Act as a first point of contact for clients: answer calls, schedule appointments, take messages, and handle routine queries with professionalism and discretion. Coordinate meetings, court hearings, and deadlines across employment tribunals, property hearings, or contractual negotiations.

Administrative & Case Support
Maintain and update case files, track deadlines, prepare court bundles/materials, and liaise with courts and external bodies. Handle billing processes, generate invoices, and assist in timekeeping or financial admin when required.

Skills & Experience

Minimum of 1 year experience working as a Legal Assistant in a legal firm. Strong communication skills - both written and verbal. Experience drafting and proofreading legal documents (e.g. letters, contracts, court forms, witness statements) Familiarity with legal areas such as employment law, property, commercial law, or wills Skilled in scanning, organising, and filing both digital and physical case documents Confident in managing client communication: answering phones, handling queries, and taking detailed messages Experience scheduling appointments, court hearings, and managing legal diaries Ability to maintain and update case files and track key legal deadlines Preparing court bundles and supporting materials for hearings or tribunals Liaising with courts, legal bodies, and third-party organisations professionally Supporting billing processes: generating invoices, inputting time, and general financial admin Experience using legal case management software, ideally Clio.

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary based on experience Supportive and inclusive team culture Opportunities for professional development A modern and centrally located office in Canary Wharf

Work Arrangement

After the first three months, there will be an option to possibly transition to a full-time remote working arrangement. This will depend on the needs of the business and the capabilities of the individual. Occasional attendance at the office may still be required for meetings and other responsibilities.

Application Instruction

Please send your CV and covering letter to ask@penerley.com. To be considered for this position, please submit your application with the subject line: "Legal Assistant Application - Penerley Solicitors." This is a mandatory condition for your application to be reviewed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 23,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London E14

Expected start date: 28/06/2025