Graduate Legal Assistant

If you have an interest in law and are looking to join a market-leading company, we would love to hear from you!

Working within the legal team, you will be involved in the independent contractor compliance evaluations, providing advice and guidance to our client base primarily on the Off-Payroll Working Rules in the UK, commonly known as IR35.

As Brookson Legal is part of the global People 2.0 company part of this role may include independent contractor compliance in jurisdictions outside the UK

Internally, the job title for this role is Contractor Status Advisor.

What will you be doing as a Graduate Legal Assistant?

• Manage client relationships, provide advice on instructed matters, and ensure compliance with AML, KYC, and conflict check requirements.
• Evaluate independent contractors' tax status and handle compliance duties.
• Send relevant letters and terms of business to clients promptly.
• Respond promptly and provide tailored, accurate advice via email and phone.
• Participate in client meetings and conduct training sessions.
• Maintain up-to-date records and ensure accuracy in all systems used.
• Manage client payments and chase overdue payments as necessary.

What are the qualities that can help you thrive as a Graduate Legal Assistant?

Essential Experience Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent (ideally in Law)
• Ability to manage own workload within designated timescales;
• Competent in the use of spreadsheets, databases, word documents and outlook email.
• Competent in communicating with clients via email, phone or in person.

Desirable Experience Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Experience in providing services in a law firm in either Employment or Company/Commercial law;
• Experience in document administration and compliance.
• Experience of dealing with clients over the telephone and by email.
• Experience in other professional service setting.
• Experience with Vendor Management Systems (VMS)

In Return for joining us as Graduate Legal Assistant

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• 2 Press Pause Days (An opportunity to step back, breathe, and focus on your wellness — whatever that may look like)
• Access to free Financial Advice including Mortgages, and Savings
• Cyle2Work scheme
• Perkbox employee discounts

Next Steps

If you are interested in being considered for this opportunity, please apply with your CV highlighting your relevant skills in relation to the above criteria.

Regardless of the outcome of your application, all candidates will be contacted. If your application is successful, Vicky from our talent team will reach out to you within three working days to guide you through the next steps.