Job Description
Legal Support Assistant (Litigation) – Newbury
Are you a Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant looking to continue your career in a support role? If so then we have an excellent role that will utilise your outstanding legal administrative skills.
A Legal Support Assistant with experience of working in Litigation is being sought by this excellent forward thinking, fast expanding legal Group. Working from offices in Newbury.
This role is NOT suitable for a candidate seeking a training contact but highly suitable for a candidate who wants to specialise in Litigation and offer support to the fee earners with their case- loads.
The role will include:
1. Set up new files and assist in preparing trial bundles
2. Maintain client communication and provide updates on case progress
3. Conduct legal research and assist with digital dictation
4. Manage diaries and provide administrative support
5. Coordinate with barristers, courts, and third parties
You will need to be able to offer:
6. 3+ years of experience working in a legal firm in an administrative capacity and already have gained some exposure to litigation.
7. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
9. Really fast and accurate audio and copy typing ability
10. A good knowledge of general legal secretarial duties
11. A team player with the ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues
What we offer:
12. Competitive salary – likely to be between 26k and 30K dependent upon skills and experience.
13. Flexible leave, pension, life assurance, health cash plan, and more
14. Modern office in Newbury
15. 9.00am - 5.30pm working hours
If you are interested in this position, then don’t delay. Submit your interest NOW!