We are seeking a legal assistant to join our family team here at Woollcombe Yonge.
The successful candidate will be required to assist fee earners in our family team.
The candidate must have the following essential skills for the role:
* Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
* A strong user knowledge of IT packages such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
* Be a team player focused on providing an exceptional service with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong interpersonal skills communicating with clients, counsel and courts
Tasks will include the following:
* Typing letters and correspondence with clients.
* Providing administrative support to partners and the family team.
* Liaising with clients, solicitors and other professionals via telephone, face to face and by correspondence.
* Handling administrative tasks such as maintaining case files and diary management.
* Other general admin tasks such as file opening and closing.
Job Type
Full time. Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 hour for lunch.
Salary
Remuneration is competitive and dependent upon experience.
Location
Plymouth, PL4 0AJ. Please note this is an office‑based role.
What to expect working at Woollcombe Yonge
* Generous holiday allowance of 25 days per year
* PLUS public holidays
* PLUS an extended Christmas break
* Work / life balance is encouraged
* Full time hours are 35 hours a week (Our office hours are 9am-5pm)
* City centre location close to the sea and all amenities
* Death in Service insurance cover
* Progression and training opportunities
* Company pension scheme
* Team socials
* Company rate parking where available
* On site Mental Health First Aiders and Wellbeing champions
* As much tea & coffee as you can drink!
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their experience and suitability for the role to Partner: wg@wysolicitors.co.uk
Equal Opportunity
Woollcombe Yonge LLP is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Note
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities
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