Helix Law is looking for bright, ambitious, entrepreneurial people who want to work in a dynamic, growing firm with high freedom and high responsibility.
We are not looking for people who want to be part of an institution that grinds on slowly and doesn’t notice if they do too.
There is no limit to how far you can progress at Helix - we hire every paralegal with the goal of them becoming Partners with us in the future. We will give you the tools (think cutting-edge legal software, generative AI) and the responsibility to work your way up to the top.
About Us
Helix Law has grown rapidly to become one of the largest specialist litigation law firms in the South East of England. We’re built like a start-up: cloud-based, paper-free and driven by technology, so our lawyers can focus on relationships and strategy rather than admin. Talking to the clients and helping them achieve their goals is much more satisfying than paper pushing.
Everyone at Helix has been trained at or by someone at Helix. We do not hire qualified lawyers from outside the organisation, which allows us to maintain a unique culture.
We have a high percentage of employees who are the first in their family to go to university, but we welcome people from any background.
Why Join Helix Law?
- Cutting-edge technology: Work daily with advanced legal AI and intelligent automation to enhance productivity and litigation outcomes.
- Strong career progression: Opportunities for rapid advancement and significant responsibility from day one. High-performing team members who have a genuine opportunity to become a partner.
- Competitive remuneration: Starting salary of at least £40,000, with potential to exceed £50,000 in your first year and reach between £60,000–£80,000 after two years. Exceptional performers can earn significantly more.
- Health and wellbeing: Central location, discounted gym membership, and health insurance covering employees, spouses, and dependents.
- Flexible working: Initial in-office training ensures quality mentoring and support. Experienced team members can progress to flexible and remote working, even internationally.
Who We're Looking For:
Future partners and leaders of the firm. You will have:
- Strong academic credentials from a leading university.
- Excellent commercial judgment and first-principle problem-solving skills.
- A highly competitive and collaborative nature.
- A passion for innovation and comfort working with the latest technology, automation, and AI tools.
- Ambition, resilience, and resourcefulness, with a genuine drive to excel professionally.
A Day at Helix Law
Day to day, you’ll be working from our office in central Brighton. Following instructions from partners and senior solicitors, you will assist with drafting and refining pleadings and correspondence; prepare disclosure, bundles and filings; and coordinate with counsel, experts and the courts. You’ll speak with clients daily to scope issues, give clear updates and turn legal strategy into practical next steps, while researching law and procedure into concise, commercial advice. You’ll attend conferences, mediations and hearings, and contribute to process improvements. You will be given the freedom and responsibility to operate to your maximum potential.
Hear it from one of our Paralegals
"The firm’s commitment to technology is truly exceptional, with advanced AI tools and bespoke applications being consistently introduced/improved upon.
Feedback is also actively encouraged and executed; when I suggested implementing Grammarly for spell checks during my second week, the firm swiftly adopted it across all teams within a week.
In terms of progression, I was afforded various opportunities from the outset, and am continually taking on more responsibilities and complex matters as I gain experience. Although the work is demanding, there is no doubt that this has significantly accelerated my development as a litigation specialist." - Ryan Choi
Our Recruitment Process:
- Apply online on our website
- Application review by our partners
- Psychometric testing for successful applicants
- Online interview
- Second-round interview at our office
