Legal Aid Assistant (Part-Time)

BPX Electromechanical Company Ltd.; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

A local law firm is seeking a part-time Legal Aid Assistant in Runcorn to support legal teams within the Criminal Law and Family areas. This role involves maintaining accurate legal aid records, assisting in document preparation, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Candidates should have a strong work ethic, excellent attention to detail, and ideally, some experience in the legal sector. The position offers flexibility with a 21-hour work week and various benefits including discounted services and holiday leave.

Benefits

Discounted legal services

Death in Service Benefit

Pension plan

Pro-rata 20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Full paid closure over Christmas

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently.
• Meticulous attention to detail is essential.
• Previous experience in the legal sector is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update legal aid records accurately.
• Assist in preparing reports and summaries using case data.
• Support the Legal Aid Manager with budget tracking.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong IT skills

Confidence with financial data

Education

GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths (Grade A*–C / 4–9)

Job description

We are recruiting for a reliable and organised individual to support our Legal Aid Manager as a Legal Aid Assistant, based in either our Runcorn or Walton Vale office on a part-time basis. This support role combines general business administration with specific legal-sector tasks. The successful candidate will work within both the Criminal Law and Family teams and will report directly to the Legal Aid Manager.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy working with data, and have a keen eye for detail, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in supporting our legal teams and maintaining the high standards our clients rely on.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic, work effectively on their own initiative, and consistently apply meticulous attention to detail. Previous experience in the legal sector would be beneficial but is not essential. This role is well suited to individuals returning to work or seeking a part-time position with a structured workload.

This is a 21-hour-per-week role, with the working pattern negotiable at the point of recruitment.

About Bell Lamb & Joynson

Established in 1821, we have been at our clients’ side for over 200 years. Today, we are one of the fastest-growing traditional high‑street law firms across Merseyside, North Cheshire, and the surrounding areas.

General Responsibilities

• Maintain and update legal aid records and case data with accuracy and precision.
• Ensure all entries are compliant with internal processes and external regulatory standards.
• Assist in preparing reports and summaries using case data.
• Help manage digital and physical filing systems.
• Liaise with internal teams as required.
• Identify inconsistencies or errors in documentation and data.
• Follow procedures meticulously to ensure compliance with legal aid regulations.
• Proofread and check documents before submission or filing.
• Support the Legal Aid Manager with budget tracking and reconciliation tasks.

Desired Skills and Personal Qualities

• Confidence working with figures, including billing, cost calculations, and financial data.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong IT skills.
• Professional and reliable manner.

Qualifications and Benefits

• GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths (Grade A*–C / 4–9) — Essential
• Discounted legal services for colleagues, friends, and family.
• Death in Service Benefit.
• Pension plan.
• Pro-rata 20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
• Full paid closure over Christmas (in addition to annual leave).

Job Details

• Job Type: Part-time, Permanent
• Hours: 21 hours per week (schedule to be agreed)
• Salary: National Minimum Wage
• Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday