Legal Assistant

Chase Law Limited; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant to provide administrative support, including managing calendars, handling phone calls, and preparing legal documents. The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree, strong organisational skills, and fluency in at least one South Asian language. This role is flexible with hours and offers a temporary contract with the possibility of extension.

Benefits

Employer Pension Contribution: 4%

Statutory Sick Pay

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills to support the legal team.
• Comfortable in dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritise tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the employer.
• Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and organise meetings.
• Handle phone calls and emails professionally.
• Conduct research and gather information as needed.
• Assist with clerical tasks such as filing data and photocopying.

Skills

Law and Legal Document Preparation skills

Excellent Communication skills

Experience in Administrative Assistance

Strong Organisation Skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of legal terminology

Fluency in at least one South Asian language

Education

Relevant degree in law or business administration

Job description

Overview

The firm provides top-tier immigration law services across the UK. We offer personalised attention and expert guidance to the businesses and personal clients, ensuring effective solutions tailored to their specific needs.

Contract and Role Details

Contract Type: Temporary/Contract (initial 6 months and strong possibility for extension)

Location: On site at our Glasgow Office.

Role Type: Full Time/Part Time/Term time (flexible)

Working hours: flexible (depending on the type of role chosen)

Job Start Date: as soon as possible

Role Description

An exciting role has arisen for a Legal Assistant in a very fast paced law firm. The role involves tasks such as answering phone calls, managing appointment diaries, basic legal document preparation, communication with clients and legal professionals, providing administrative assistance, and utilising strong organisational skills to support the legal team with day-to-day operations.

Qualifications and Skills

• Law and Legal Document Preparation skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• Experience in Administrative Assistance and strong Organisation Skills
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritise tasks effectively
• Proficiency in relevant software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite)
• Knowledge of legal terminology and processes
• A legal assistant certification or relevant degree in law would be preferred
• Languages – Fluency in at least one South Asian language is essential (Telugu/Hindi/Urdu/ Punjabi preferred)

In addition to the above, the successful candidate will be comfortable in dealing with internal and external stakeholders, addressing all queries with efficiency and empathy.

Qualifications

A relevant degree in law or business administration is mandatory (we may consider someone who has relevant skills or experience to perform the specified job).

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the employer, including managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and organising meetings
• Perform data entry tasks and maintain accurate records using software (provided by the employer)
• Handle phone calls and emails professionally, providing excellent phone etiquette and customer service
• Assist with clerical tasks such as filing data, photocopying, and organizing documents
• Conduct research and gather information as needed
• Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare itineraries for the lawyer’s trip to the client location within or outside the UK
• Manage personal errands and tasks as assigned
• Assist the firm with other tasks such as preparing customised emails, letters under the direction of the immigration lawyer

Right to Work

The eligible candidate must be exempt from immigration control or possess a valid right to work to perform the job (International students with valid right to work are welcome to apply).

Also, you must not have any unspent criminal convictions (A DBS check will be completed prior to the work start date due to the sensitive nature of the job).

Experience

Minimum Experience Required: 0 – 3 years

What you'll get in return

• Employer Pension Contribution: 4% (unless the employee wishes to opt out)
• Sick Pay: Statutory Sick Pay