JS Legal Recruitment are excited to be working with highly regarded law firm based in Colchester, our client a LEXCEL accredited and a Legal 500 recommended practice. Due to continued growth our client has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Wills and Estates Legal Assistant to join their Wills & Estates department on a full-time basis.
The Team
The Wills and Estates team is well established the department offers a high quality service to its clients. You will be responsible for providing exceptional support to a Senior Solicitor and Director with a very busy case load. You will be responsible for ensuring client satisfaction by pre- empting problems and identifying solutions, and by building and maintaining knowledge of clients and their matters. You should have significant and current experience working as a Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary ideally within a Private Client department.
The Role
As a Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary You will provide support to a senior solicitor and director of the firm with a very busy caseload
Prepare, format and proof read legal documents and correspondence related to private client matters
Manage and organise solicitor's calendar including scheduling appointments and meetings
Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, letters, and phone calls and draft as appropriate
Act as first point of contact for clients both on the phone and in person
Arrange client meetings
Prepare and manage legal documents such as Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and Estate Planning documents
Assist with Billing , track and manage time entries for billable hours
Assist in the preparation of probate applications and the administration od estates
Manage compliance on all files via the case management system, including conflict checks and risk assessments, escalating them to the lawyer if required
Conduct legal research
Skills Required
Previous experience as a Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary in Private Client, Wills, and Estates ,particularly in a fast-paced environment is highly desirable.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Audio, and document management system
Strong organisational and time management skills, ability to prioritise and handle sensitive information with discretion
Benefits
Competitive salary
22 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, with an additional 3 days for the Christmas to New Year closure
Medical benefits scheme and Employee Assistance Program upon completion of probation period
Sick pay policy
Staff Pension scheme upon completion of probation period
Friendly and social environment with Regular social events
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