We have a new permanent opportunity for a full-time Legal Support Assistant to join the Litigation Team in our Newbury office. You will assist our lawyers in managing their caseloads. The ideal candidate will preferably have previous legal secretary experience primarily working on matters relating to litigation. The Role Your role in the Litigation team will include the following tasks: Setting up new files accurately on instructions from lawyers Preparing bundles for trials Providing day-to-day client liaison updating them on the progress of their work Digital dictation Appropriate legal research Updating the document management system ensuring that all appropriate documentation is recorded as required. Diary management and team administration support Liaising with barristers, the court, or third parties by telephone or email in order to arrange meetings/conferences or chase/follow up court orders etc. About you Preferably 2 years’ administration support in a legal environment (Litigation) Excellent written and verbal communications skills Strong organisational skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities Proven team player with demonstrable ability to build effective and trusting relationships with clients and colleagues We offer Salary: Competitive Office: Newbury Hours of work: 9.00am - 5.30pm Other Benefits: Flexible Leave (Holiday) Policy, pension, life assurance, medical health cash plan & discount portal with Virtual GP & wellbeing tools & advice. About Gardner Leader Gardner Leader is a forward thinking, innovative and friendly law firm which has grown substantially in recent years and has offices throughout the Thames Valley. Recently awarded “2024 Law Firm of the Year” by LawNet, we provide quality legal services to individuals and businesses through our Business, Real Estate, Litigation, Family, Wills Probate & Estate Planning, and Conveyancing teams. We are an equal opportunities employer and believe that diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Privacy Notice for Job Applicants.pdf