About the role
At Stephens Scown, every day is what we make it. So we make it matter. Doing notable work for notable clients, building our skills with talented people and having a positive impact on our communities sits at the heart of everything we do.
We don’t just say it, we live it. Our commitment to our people, clients and communities runs through our DNA. We are employee-owned, we are a Certified B CorporationTM, and we are featured in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025 list – ensuring our culture and ethos of going above and beyond for our people, our colleagues and our communities is recognised nationally.
As a Legal Support Assistant, you will play a key role in the smooth and efficient running of the Debtlink team. Your responsibilities will include:
Providing administrative and secretarial support to fee earners within the team Preparing, formatting and amending legal documents and correspondence Opening and closing files and maintaining accurate electronic and paper records Liaising with clients, courts, and third parties in a professional and timely manner Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and supporting workflow processes Assisting with billing, file compliance, and general team administration
We are keen to hear from candidates who are organised, proactive, and keen to develop a career in legal support. You will ideally have:
Previous experience in an administrative or legal support role (legal experience desirable but not essential) Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills Confident communication skills, both written and verbal The ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines A professional and client‑focused approach Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
We offer a competitive salary and an impressive array of benefits and rewards. Not least of these is through the Firm’s employee-ownership status, where every employee is listened to, helps to realise our vision and receives an equal share in our annual profit-share. Our hybrid working model and approach to flexible working enables our people to share their working time between home and the office to support a healthy work / life balance. Employee benefits – including 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and your birthday), private medical insurance, group life assurance, access to a comprehensive range of wellbeing support, and three additional days’ paid leave to support good causes. Progression opportunities – including, regular training, qualification options, mentorship, and continued professional development.
Topics
- London