About Buckles:
Buckles Solicitors LLP is an award-winning firm, that provides world-class client experience and services on a comprehensive range of legal services to both businesses and individuals in the UK and internationally.
Delivering effective and cost-efficient legal solutions from our offices based in Bristol, Cambridge, London, Nottingham, Peterborough, Stamford, and with international presence in Paris and Milan.
We recognise that all this is possible due to our team of highly dedicated, enthusiastic professionals across our locations. We pride ourselves on providing a positive work environment where independent thinking and new ideas are actively encouraged and where every member of the team genuinely can make a difference.
Buckles carries the LawNet Mark of Excellence and is Investor in People Gold accredited.
Legal Office Assistant
We are recruiting for an experienced Office Assistant/Administrator to join the Nottingham team at Buckles Law. This role will suit someone with a background in law and a passion for delivering exceptional client service. This position is full time (Monday – Friday 09:00 – 17:30) office based.
You’ll work from our Nottingham office providing comprehensive administrative and office support to ensure the smooth, efficient, and professional operation of the office.
The successful candidate will be supporting Solicitors, clients, and colleagues by delivering high-quality document management, client care, facilities support, and day-to-day administrative services in line with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage documents and post in line with company procedures, including scanning, filing, and archiving.
* Provide administrative support, preparing correspondence and updating client records.
* Deliver excellent client service, welcoming visitors and maintaining reception and meeting areas.
* Support office operations and facilities, including supplies, couriers, and visitor management.
* Assist with health & safety duties, including inductions and emergency procedures.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience as a legal administrator or office assistant, ideally within law
* Excellent organisational, communication, and time management skills
* A calm, professional manner and the ability to thrive under pressure
* Strong IT skills, including document formatting and management
Reward and development:
Buckles recognise the success of every employee; working with you to ensure you have what you need to maximise your potential and develop your career.
Alongside a host of development, professionally and personally, we offer some fantastic benefits, which include:
* 25 days annual leave + all UK Bank Holidays.
* An additional day for your birthday each year (or closest working day to your birthday).
* Additional annual leave on Christmas Eve (1 full day) and New Years Eve (half day PM) if these days fall on a contracted working day.
* Private healthcare options for you – via Bupa.
* Free healthcare cash back plans for you and your family – paid for by Buckles.
* Enhanced pension – 5% matched contribution by Buckles.
* Ability to buy additional holiday – up to 5 days per year.
* Group Life Assurance – 4 x your annual salary.
To apply
Please submit a CV that demonstrates the skills and experience you have that is suitable for this role.
We are an equal opportunity and disability-inclusive employer and value diversity across the firm. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or parental or caring status.
Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to the recruitment process. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email careers@buckles-law.co.uk and add the job title in the subject line of the email.
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