Job Description
We’re supporting a well-established and growing law firm who are looking to recruit an experienced Legal Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in the legal sector who is keen to take on a varied and engaging role while playing an active part in the continued growth of the department.
The Role
Working closely with the wider business, you’ll support on a broad range of legal matters and help strengthen the firm’s presence within this sector. You’ll be trusted with responsibility & client contact from the outset.
To be considered for the role, you’ll require the following essentials:
* Previous legal experience & knowledge
* Excellent organisational skills and high attention to detail
* A proactive approach to business development and client relationship building
* Confident communication skills and a professional, client-focused manner
* Experience using case management systems and Microsoft Office
* A positive attitude and a strong team ethic
Within this position, you’ll also be:
* Answering incoming calls and directing them or taking messages as required
* Responding to email queries
* Arranging of appointments & meetings
* Creating & maintaining of accurate records
* Opening & closing of files
* Using case management system to keep cases upto date
* Word processing/typing of documents as requested
* Printing, photocopying, scanning, filing & archiving of documents
* Working to tight deadlines
* Carrying out any other ad hoc duties as required
Salary & Working Hours
* Salary is £24,000 - £26,000 per annum, dependant on experience
* Working hours are full time office hours, Monday – Friday
Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support.
Talk Staff Recruitment act as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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