Office Assistant

Sills & Betteridge Solicitors LLP; Boston; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm located in Boston is looking for a Legal Office Assistant to support branch operations. This role does not require prior experience, as full training will be provided. Candidates should possess GCSEs in Maths and English, strong communication skills, and a passion for a legal career. The position offers working hours from 08:00 to 17:15, Monday to Friday, along with a supportive team culture emphasizing development and inclusion.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave

Life Assurance at 3x annual salary

Employee sickness allowance

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of GCSE grades C and above (or Level 4–9) in Maths and English.
• Passion for the legal field and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Providing general administrative support.
• Assisting with reception duties.
• Maintaining confidentiality regarding sensitive matters.
• Assisting with document preparation and distribution.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Education

GCSE grades C and above in Maths and English

Job description

ROLE: Legal Office Assistant

LOCATION: Boston

SALARY: National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage

HOURS: 08:00-17:15, Monday to Friday

BENEFITS:

• 33 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank and public holidays)
• Life Assurance at 3x your annual salary
• Employee sickness allowance for added peace of mind
• Continuous opportunities for professional development and training to support your long-term career growth.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Office Assistant to join our team and play a vital role in supporting our branch and firm operations. We are looking for an individual with a minimum of GCSE grades C and above (or Level 4–9) in Maths and English, a genuine passion for the legal field, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

No prior experience is necessary, as full training will be provided.

Ready to kickstart your career in the legal industry? Apply now and become part of our dynamic team!

KEY DUTIES:

The role will include, but is not limited to:

• Providing general administrative support
• Assisting with reception duties
• Maintaining the highest level of confidentiality regarding sensitive and legal matters
• Assisting with document preparation, photocopying, scanning, and document distribution

ABOUT US:

Sills & Betteridge is proud to be consistently recognised for excellence by both our people and our clients. We hold an outstanding 4.9 out of 5 rating on Glassdoor, with 99% of employees saying they would recommend us as a great place to work—something we see as a reflection of our supportive culture, strong leadership, and commitment to individual development.

We are especially proud of our 4.9 out of 5 Glassdoor rating for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, which reflects our belief that a respectful, welcoming environment brings out the best in everyone.

Our dedication to exceptional client service is equally evident, with a 4.8 out of 5 rating on ReviewSolicitors across a broad range of legal services.