About The Role
We are searching for a dependable, proactive, and organized individual to fulfill a crucial role in our support staff within our Education & Charities team. The team supports more than 400 educational establishments and advises key sector organisations on topical issues affecting schools and colleges. Based in the bustling Cheltenham office, you will provide in-depth business support to Partners and fee earners within the team, including the Head of Office.
Responsibilities
* Oversight of fee earners inboxes.
* Proactive diary management for allocated fee earners.
* Drafting and formatting of letters, documents, and forms.
* Assisting with the preparation of financial transactions as required.
* First point of contact for clients.
* First point of contact for any administrative and business support requirements for fee earners, anticipating the team's needs where possible.
About You
* Sound IT competency including Microsoft Office.
* Experience of working in a client-facing environment.
* Experience within a legal or professional services environment preferred.
* Proactive and dependable nature, with attention to detail in all aspects of your work.
* Prior administrative experience advantageous.
* Legal qualification not essential.
Benefits of working with us as a Legal Support Assistant
* Scottish Widows Pension Scheme
* Support staff bonus scheme
* Electric vehicle scheme
* 28 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
* Happy People / Perks at Work benefits portal
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Life Assurance
* ⅓ gym membership contribution
* Flu vaccinations
As HCR is an equal opportunities employer, we don’t just accept differences, we celebrate them. We want to attract a diverse and ambitious workforce that reflects all backgrounds and skills to create a workplace that is supportive and inclusive, recognises and nurtures talent, and works together to achieve the best outcome for our clients. We are privileged to be an armed forces-friendly organisation.
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