Legal Office Assistant
A well-established and highly respected London law firm is seeking a Legal Office Assistant to join its busy operations team. This opportunity would suit a law graduate or an individual with previous reception or administrative experience who is looking to gain valuable exposure within a professional legal environment.
The Legal Office Assistant will work closely with the reception, IT and administration teams to support the smooth day-to-day running of the office. This is a varied and hands-on role where the Legal Office Assistant will assist with a range of administrative, organisational and client-facing duties while ensuring a high level of professionalism is maintained across the firm.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing general office support including printing, photocopying, scanning and document preparation
* Assisting with the preparation of court bundles and document packs
* Supporting the scanning and distribution of incoming post to the relevant partners and fee-earners
* Helping the reception team prepare meeting rooms and welcome clients
* Organising couriers, local deliveries and trips to the post office
* Ensuring copiers are stocked with paper and office supplies are maintained
* Maintaining tidy and professional client-facing areas, including reception and meeting rooms
* Assisting with incoming calls and directing them to the appropriate individuals
* Supporting the wider operations team with ad-hoc administrative duties
Skills & Experience
* Law graduate or candidate with previous office, reception or administrative experience
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Excellent organisation and time management
* High level of attention to detail and accuracy
* Professional and confident manner when interacting with clients and colleagues
* Reliable, proactive and a strong team player
* IT literate, with the ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel and quickly learn new systems
The Opportunity
This role offers an excellent opportunity for a Legal Office Assistant to gain experience within a well-established legal firm and develop their professional skills within a supportive team. The Legal Office Assistant will benefit from working closely with experienced professionals and gaining exposure to the inner workings of a busy law firm, making this an ideal position for someone looking to begin or further develop their career in the legal sector.
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