Legal Administrator

CRA Legal; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

CRA Legal in Chesterfield is seeking a Legal Administrator to join its established team. You will provide day-to-day administrative support, manage client files, prepare correspondence and keep case records up to date.

Working Monday to Friday on a permanent, full-time basis, the role offers a salary of £24,000-£26,000 per annum. Strong organisational abilities and proficient IT skills are essential for success and career development in the legal sector.

Qualifications

• Previous legal administration experience is desirable but not essential.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Confident written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Professional, reliable and proactive approach.
• Genuine interest in developing a career within the legal sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the legal team.
• Open and maintain client files.
• Prepare correspondence and legal documentation.
• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Update case management systems and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with document preparation, filing and general office administration.
• Liaise with clients, solicitors and other relevant parties.
• Support fee earners with the progression of matters.
• Manage emails, telephone calls and general enquiries.
• Ensure administrative tasks are completed accurately and within required timescales.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Time-management

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LEGAL ADMINISTRATOR | CHESTERFIELD | £24,000-£26,000 | FULL-TIME

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Administrator to join a well-established legal team based in Chesterfield. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who is looking to develop their career within the legal sector.

The Role:

• Providing day-to-day administrative support to the legal team
• Opening and maintaining client files
• Preparing correspondence and legal documentation
• Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence
• Updating case management systems and maintaining accurate records
• Assisting with document preparation, filing and general office administration
• Liaising with clients, solicitors and other relevant parties
• Supporting fee earners with the progression of matters
• Managing emails, telephone calls and general enquiries
• Ensuring administrative tasks are completed accurately and within required timescales

About You:

• Previous legal administration experience is desirable but not essential
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Confident written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Professional, reliable and proactive approach
• Genuine interest in developing a career within the legal sector

Role Details:

Position: Legal Administrator
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £24,000-£26,000 per annum
Working Pattern: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent
This is an excellent opportunity for an administrator looking to build a career within the legal sector, or an experienced Legal Administrator looking for their next opportunity in Chesterfield.