Legal Assistant

Itchy Feet; Jersey Marine; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity-friendly workplace

Full training provided

Career development

Job summary

Itchy Feet is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its Corporate and Employment department in a full-time role. The successful candidate will handle fee-earning work, manage client assignments, and receive comprehensive training to develop legal skills across areas of law.

The role suits someone with some legal experience or a graduate starting a career in law, with opportunities for growth under a Partner or senior fee earners.

Qualifications

• Experience dealing with clients is essential.
• High literacy and numeracy in day-to-day operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and document management systems.
• A degree is preferred, ideally in law, but not essential.
• Professional approach with excellent communication skills.
• Self-motivated with strong teamwork abilities.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a flexible, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Meet new clients, take instructions, and provide legal advice.
• Oversee file opening and client take-on processes.
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Conduct legal research as required.
• Draft correspondence and legal documentation.
• Assist lawyers during court proceedings.
• Research legal issues to support case management.

Skills

Client engagement

Communication

Microsoft Office

Document management

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Law degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our client is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their Corporate and Employment department. This full-time position is ideal for a professional with some previous legal experience who is looking to develop their skills or explore a different area of law. The successful candidate will undertake fee-earning work and manage client assignments allocated by a Partner or senior fee earners. This role is also suitable for a graduate interested in pursuing a career in law, as full training will be provided.

Job Duties:

• Meet new clients, take instructions, and provide legal advice.
• Oversee file opening and client take-on processes.
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Conduct legal research as required.
• Draft correspondence and legal documentation.
• Assist lawyers during court proceedings.
• Research legal issues to support case management.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in dealing with clients is essential.
• High level of literacy and numeracy in day-to-day operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and document management systems.
• A degree is preferred, ideally in law, but this is not essential.
• A professional approach with excellent communication skills.
• Self-motivated with strong teamwork abilities.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a flexible, fast-paced environment.

What You'll Love:

Our client offers a welcoming workplace that values diversity and inclusion, ensuring that employees are recognised for their unique characteristics, skills, and experiences. This environment fosters a culture of support and respect, enhancing personal and professional growth.