KLA Legal Ltd is a boutique law firm providing strategic legal counsel for an evolving digital world. We partner with organizations navigating complex legal, regulatory and operational challenges, delivering sophisticated counsel with the responsiveness, accessibility and personal attention that define the boutique model.
KLA’s practice spans cybersecurity, data privacy, incident response, technology, life sciences, regulatory compliance and business risk. Our lawyers bring specialized expertise to the challenges facing organizations today and act as trusted advisers on the broader legal issues affecting their businesses.
Our approach is built on strategic partnership, specialized expertise, practical excellence, integrity and forward thinking.
This is a full-time, fully remote Legal Assistant position (non-lawyer, support role) in KLA Legal’s Cybersecurity, Data Privacy & Incident Response practice. You will provide administrative, organizational and research support to our lawyers as they help clients respond to cybersecurity incidents and data breaches, meet their privacy obligations and manage regulatory investigations.
This role suits someone who is highly organized, detail-focused and interested in the intersection of law, technology and data protection. No legal qualification is required. It offers excellent exposure to fast-moving, high-profile matters and the chance to build specialist knowledge in a growing area of law.
Responsibilities
- Support lawyers on cybersecurity incident and data breach matters from initial notification through to resolution
- Help track incident timelines and statutory deadlines,
- Organize, manage and maintain case files, document bundles and matter records
- Coordinate communication and scheduling with clients, forensic investigators, insurers and other third-party advisers
- Assist with preparing materials for regulatory inquiries and correspondence with authorities such as the ICO
- Handle diary management, meeting notes, billing support, and general practice administration
- Keep up to date with developments in cybersecurity, data protection law, and regulatory enforcement
What we’re looking for
- Previous experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, legal secretary or in a similar administrative role (law firm or in-house experience is an advantage)
- Interest in cybersecurity, data privacy, technology, insurance or regulatory compliance
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle urgent, time-sensitive work and competing priorities
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confidence with Microsoft Office and document management systems
- Discretion and sound judgement when handling confidential and sensitive information
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with remote colleagues
- A law degree, LLB, GDL, CILEx or paralegal qualification is welcome but not required
- Right to work in the UK
Why KLA Legal
KLA offers the chance to work alongside experienced practitioners on sophisticated matters at the intersection of law, technology, cybersecurity and innovation. Our legal assistants are given real responsibility, direct involvement in live matters and the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in an evolving area of law.
Legal Assistant employer: KLA Legal LLP
KLA Legal LLP offers a unique opportunity for professionals to engage in meaningful work within the rapidly evolving fields of cybersecurity and data privacy. The firm's fully remote positions provide flexibility while allowing employees to contribute to significant legal matters. With a focus on professional development, KLA Legal LLP supports its team in building specialized expertise.
