Legal Assistant
Cardiff | £25,500-£27,000 | Monday-Friday | Permanent
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is seeking a highly organised and proactive Legal Assistant to join our client's busy practice in Cardiff. This role combines legal support, office administration, and client-facing duties, offering a varied and rewarding position.
Key Duties:
* Assist fee earners with client work as directed, including drafting legal documents, letters, and emails.
* Conduct legal research and liaise with clients on behalf of fee earners.
* Manage debt recovery processes, ensuring cases progress efficiently.
* Support wills administration, including appointment scheduling and witnessing signatures.
* Provide administrative support for mediation cases, including arranging appointments and handling client queries.
* Maintain and manage the office diary for client appointments and deadlines.
* Answer and direct incoming calls in a professional and timely manner.
* Greet clients on arrival and provide a welcoming first impression.
* Manage incoming and outgoing post, scanning, and distribution to relevant fee earners.
* Carry out general office upkeep, including preparing refreshments and maintaining a tidy office environment.
* Transcribe audio recordings accurately and promptly.
* Process office payments as directed.
* Provide PA support to the Managing Director as required.
* Assist the Marketing Executive with ad-hoc tasks such as drafting articles, proofreading, and research.
* Support administrative duties relating to marketing and business development initiatives.
Requirements:
* Previous experience in a legal assistant, administrative, or client support role (preferred but not essential).
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
* Professional, confident, and approachable with strong interpersonal skills.
* Ability to remain calm under pressure and work to deadlines.
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary of £25,500-£27,000.
* Supportive and professional working environment.
* Opportunity to work closely with experienced legal professionals and develop your career.
Interested?
Apply now to join this busy and well-regarded legal practice as a Legal Assistant.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.