Our client, a very reputable firm are looking to appoint a Legal Assistant based in Burton on Trent. You will be tasked with providing secretarial support and assistance. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced assistant to play a key role in assisting our client of expert legal personnel within a friendly and supportive team environment.
Essential Qualifications
Experience of working within the Legal Sector as a Legal Assistant
Experience of working within a Private Client Department
Knowledge of MS Office & Case Management Systems
Excellent communication skills - both written & verbal
Strong organisational skills
High attention to detail
Responsibilities
Audio & copy typing, emailing, photocopying, filing of letters, emails and documents
Completing forms and drafting documents
Assisting with the preparation of court bundles
Opening & closing of client files
Running, managing & maintaining files on a case management system and following file procedures
Speaking to clients and professional contacts, personally and by telephone, answering queries, giving information and making appointments
Handling initial client enquiries
Arranging of appointments & managing fee earners diaries
Attending team meetings as required
Covering reception as required
Salary & Working Hours
Salary is £24,000 - £27,000 per annum, dependant on experience
Working Hours are Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm with 1 hours' lunch
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