Part-Time Legal Aid Assistant - Data, Records & Compliance

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

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.