Legal Assistant

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Assistant in Bristol. We are looking for an organised and detail‐focused Legal Assistant to join our Property Recoveries team in Central Bristol. This role supports our lawyers by keeping cases moving and costs under control. You will help ensure each matter runs smoothly from start to finish, with clear records and timely action throughout.

In this position, you will assist with the day‐to‐day progress of property recovery cases. You will handle documents, correspondence and case information accurately, following instructions and meeting deadlines. You will also prepare bundles and briefs for experts, courts and counsel, ensuring everything is ready when needed.

Alongside case support, you will keep records up to date on the case management system and treat all client and company information with strict confidence. You will open and close files, log emailed post and help manage shared inboxes, so nothing is missed.

A key part of the role involves financial and billing support. You will help lawyers with billing tasks, record time and disbursements accurately, and provide information to support the prompt issue of invoices. You will also respond to financial queries and liaise with internal teams where required.

In addition, you will carry out general administrative duties such as document management, photocopying and other support tasks that keep the team running efficiently. This is perfect for someone who enjoys structured work, has a sharp eye for detail and wants to build or develop a career in legal administration within a supportive property recoveries team.

The skills you will have when you apply:

• Organisation and Prioritisation – You demonstrate strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
• Administrative or Legal Experience – Previous experience in an administrative or legal setting is desirable but not essential, supported by a clear willingness to learn and develop.
• Microsoft Office Proficiency – You are confident using Microsoft Excel at an intermediate to advanced level, along with Outlook and Microsoft Teams in a professional environment.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail – You maintain consistently high standards of accuracy and pay close attention to detail in all aspects of your work.
• Professional Communication – You communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Adaptability and Teamwork – You work well under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and are effective both independently and as part of a team.

The skills that will be developed once working:

We will provide all the Sedgwick specific training you need to thrive in this role.

What we’ll give you for this role:

• Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualifications.
• A Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP).
• Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Flexible working from our office or your home.

Health & support:

• Private healthcare plan (including pre-existing conditions).
• Life assurance.
• Employee assistance programme for employee wellbeing.
• Wellbeing and digital GP apps.
• Group Income Protection.

Other benefits:

• Voluntary flexible benefits – green car scheme, health assessment, travel insurance, dental cover, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan.
• Discounts on various products and services.

This isn't just a position, it's a pivotal role in shaping our industry. At Sedgwick, you won't just build your career; you'll cultivate a team of experts. Our Sedgwick University offering empowers you to excel as well as your team members, with the most comprehensive training program in the industry which includes more than 15,000 courses on demand, training specific to roles, and opportunities to continue formal education.

Together, we're not only reshaping the insurance landscape, we’re building a legacy of talent. Come and be a catalyst for change within our industry.

Next steps for you:

If you’re unsure whether you have all the skills needed then do apply – we are looking for all backgrounds from seasoned professionals to those returning to the workforce, and everyone in-between. Not only that, we are proud to have a zero tolerance policy towards discrimination of any kind regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital/ family status, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation.

After the closing date we will review all applications, and may select some applicants for an interview (which may be virtual, or in-person). Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.