An exciting opportunity to join one of the region's successful law firms has arisen, working within their Teignmouth office. This role will be to join the firm's Wealth Management team as a Legal Assistant, supporting the team and the partners with a range of different administrative and secretarial tasks. This opportunity doesn't require legal experience as such, but will require someone good with IT skills and the Microsoft Suite, with a good attitude and an interest in law. Some previous administration experience would definitely act as an advantage.
Tasks will include:
Opening and closing client files
Archiving files
Audio and copy-typing
Proof reading documents to ensure accuracy
Updating dictated work
Responding to client enquiries, either by email or phone
Document production
Retrieving and storing files for clients / lawyers at request
General other administrative tasks
Skills and experience required:
Some administrative experience would be an advantage
Excellent IT skills and knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word and Excel)
A genuine interest in law
A good attitude and a supportive approach for the team
Hours and Benefits:
Monday to Friday = 08:45 - 17:00
25 day annual leave + Bank Holidays
Birthday off after 5 years' service
The firm encourages staff to take an extra 2 days of paid leave for volunteering / CSR days
Holiday trading scheme (buy or sell up to 5 days per year)
Auto-enrolment pension scheme
Life assurance
Bonus scheme
Enhanced maternity / paternity pay
Long service rewards
Medicash health cash plan
Mindful Manager - committed to supporting employees' mental health
Free fruit
Season ticket loan scheme
Eye test vouchers
To apply, please submit your application or alternatively please contact James at Aspiria Recruit (contact details on the Aspiria Recruit website)