Legal Advice Centre Legal Assistant with Qualifying Work Experience Training

Join the University of East London – Shaping Futures for 125 Years

University of East London (UEL)  is a vibrant, diverse, and forward-thinking institution dedicated to transforming lives through exceptional education and career-focused opportunities. As a careers-first university, we have been proudly preparing students for the jobs of the future for 125 years.

UEL has always been at the forefront of innovation, and our ambitious Vision 2028 strategy underscores our commitment to reshaping education for the benefit of all. We empower students from all backgrounds with the skills and opportunities to excel in today’s dynamic world.

Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our achievements. We are proud to be recognised as the University of the Year for Teaching Quality in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.

Additionally, UEL ranks:

• 1st in London for Student Experience (National Student Survey 2024), and
• 3rd in London for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2025).

At UEL, we don’t just teach; we inspire, innovate, and empower. Join us as we continue to shape the future.

About Us

The Royal Docks School of Business & Law (RDSBL) is a vibrant and diverse academic community dedicated to empowering students through transformational education and real-world experience. Our School is home to leading academics with global impact, and we are strongly committed to widening participation, equality, diversity and inclusion, and community engagement.

The Legal Advice Centre (LAC) is a cornerstone of our community outreach and clinical legal education. Since 2014, the LAC has provided free legal support to local residents while offering students invaluable opportunities to gain hands-on experience. Working across housing, family, employment and other key practice areas, the Centre plays a vital role in supporting local communities and developing the next generation of legal professionals.

To support this work, we are seeking a dedicated and organised Legal Assistant to help deliver high-quality services to clients, students and partners.

About the Job

This is an in-person, campus-based role supporting the daily operations of the Legal Advice Centre across UEL sites. Working closely with the LAC Director, Lead and supervising solicitor, you will ensure smooth handling of client matters, support student volunteer engagement, and maintain accurate case management records.

You will:

• Manage and update client databases across Clio, Intralink and internal registers
• Support client handling, letters, follow-up communication and legal research
• Assist in preparing and maintaining practice management folders and student registers
• Organise and promote LAC events, public lectures and workshops
• Create rotas for student volunteers and monitor engagement via CareerZone
• Provide administrative support, including scanning, filing and handling confidential materials
• Manage LAC social media pages and create student-engagement content
• Coordinate meetings, bookings, room allocations and logistics
• Compile end-of-term statistics, prepare newsletters, and support reporting
• Support the development of new partnerships and external collaborations
• Adhere to data protection requirements, client confidentiality and equality standards
• Maintain your SRA training record as part of your professional development

This role includes occasional cross-campus working and some flexibility, depending on operational needs.

What You’ll Need to thrive:

You will succeed in this role if you are:

• Organised and reliable, with strong administrative capability
• Professional and discreet, especially when working with sensitive client information
• An excellent communicator, confident with clients, students and external partners
• Proactive, able to take initiative and solve problems independently
• Detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy across datasets, letters, reports and records
• Comfortable working under pressure, meeting tight deadlines when required
• Engaged with legal education, and enthusiastic about supporting community-based legal services

You should have :

• A recent Undergraduate Law Degree only, and either completion of the SQE or intend to enrol on the SQE.
• Strong IT skills (Word, Excel, email, social media management)
• Experience in administration or previous experience in a Legal Advice Centre
• Ability to plan and organise events and coordinate student volunteers
• Understanding of equal opportunities, data protection and client confidentiality

Desirable qualities include familiarity with case management systems, experience monitoring student progress, and knowledge of areas of law relevant to the Centre.

Benefits Package

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture.

We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits.

You can explore our full benefits package here: https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-professional-services-positions

Building an Inclusive Future

As an inclusive, equal-opportunities employer, our Stonewall membership and Athena Swan awards reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we’re committed to closing the diversity pay gap. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and honest that there’s more to do. We’re determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive.

We're a disability confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

If you're ready to join a University that values your outstanding skills and perspectives and is dedicated to making a difference, we invite you to explore a career with us. We are excited to welcome versatile individuals who are committed to advancing their careers while making a positive impact on the world.

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

To contact the recruitment team please phone +44 20 8223 3000 x 4600 or e-mail jobs@uel.ac.uk

CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.

At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive.