Clinical Negligence Legal Assistant

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Bath; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Top 100 law firm in Bath is seeking a Clinical Negligence Legal Assistant to provide crucial administrative support. The role involves working closely with legal teams, preparing documentation, and liaising with clients, making it ideal for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

People-focused, inclusive culture

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Experience in legal support or administrative roles within a law firm preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and written communication.
• Ability to undertake basic legal work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Managing administrative workload under fee earners' guidance.
• Drafting documents and assisting with case processing.
• Communicating with clients via multiple channels.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Written Communication

Client Relationship Management

Initiative

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

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Clinical Negligence Legal Assistant, Bath

This long-standing client is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their Clinical Negligence team in Bath. As a Legal Assistant, you will provide administrative support to enable the team to function effectively. The role involves working in the clinical and dental negligence departments in Bath, with an expectation to be in the office 2–3 days per week.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing administrative workload under fee earners' guidance
• Providing support such as file opening, telephone management, document production, filing, email management, and dealing with post
• Drafting documents and bills using templates
• Assisting with legal processes like case processing, documentation, court liaising, and funding arrangements
• Preparing costs letters and assisting with legal aid applications
• Obtaining medical records and preparing electronic bundles
• Communicating with clients via telephone, email, letter, and face-to-face

Requirements:

Previous experience in legal support or administrative roles, preferably within a law firm, with excellent organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant IT platforms, strong written communication, and understanding of client relationship management are essential. Ability to undertake basic legal work under supervision and use initiative is also required.

Benefits:

This Top 100 law firm offers a people-focused, inclusive culture with opportunities for career development. For more information, contact Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal.