Legal assistant

Responsibilities

• Support lawyers by ensuring property recovery cases progress smoothly and costs are controlled.
• Assist with the day‑to‑day progress of cases: handle documents, correspondence and case information.
• Prepare bundles and briefs for experts, courts and counsel.
• Maintain up‑to‑date records on the case‑management system and manage shared inboxes.
• Provide financial and billing support: record time and disbursements, assist with invoicing and respond to queries.
• Perform general administrative duties such as document management and photocopying.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, managing multiple tasks and meeting tight deadlines.
• Administrative or legal experience is desirable; a clear willingness to learn is essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (intermediate‑to‑advanced), Outlook and Microsoft Teams.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Professional verbal and written communication.
• Adaptability under pressure and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with skills, experience and qualifications.
• Self‑invested personal pension scheme (SIPP).
• Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Flexible working from office or home.
• Private healthcare plan including pre‑existing conditions.
• Life assurance.
• Employee assistance programme for well‑being.
• Digital GP apps.
• Group income protection.
• Voluntary flexible benefits: green car scheme, health assessment, travel insurance, dental cover, cycle‑to‑work scheme, season ticket loan.
• Discounts on various products and services.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.