Legal Administrative Specialist: Case Files & Court Access

KT & COE RECRUIT LTD; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant to provide essential administrative support to a team of criminal law solicitors. This fast-paced role includes managing calls, emails, and appointments, as well as maintaining case files in a case management system. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in an office support role, ideally within a legal environment.

Qualifications

• Desirable: Previous experience in a legal or office support role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls to the office professionally.
• Assist in the preparation and handling of post.
• Set up new case files on the case management system.
• Schedule appointments and manage the office diary.
• Monitor the firm’s central inbox and forward relevant emails.

Skills

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Proficient in office management software

Education

Previous experience in a legal or office support role

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

Case management systems (LEAP)

Job description

A legal recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant to provide essential administrative support to a team of criminal law solicitors. This fast-paced role includes managing calls, emails, and appointments, as well as maintaining case files in a case management system. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in an office support role, ideally within a legal environment.