Legal Assistant

FQPS Academy Ltd.; Launceston; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Job summary

Parnalls Solicitors Ltd. in Launceston is looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to support multiple departments including private client, administration and reception. The role is full-time (9:00–17:00, Monday to Friday) with training and development opportunities as the role grows.

Responsibilities include audio typing, client communications, diary management, email management and file organisation. A DBS check is required for successful applicants; friendly team environment and competitive

Qualifications

• Strong IT and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent copy and digital audio typing skills (minimum 60 wpm).
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organisational skills.
• High standard of customer service to handle queries professionally.
• Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative with good prioritisation.
• Time management with deadlines and attention to detail.
• Flexibility in meeting client demands and supporting multiple departments.
• Ability to contribute in a team environment and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Audio typing and copy typing of memos, correspondence and legal documents.
• Dealing with clients face-to-face and over the telephone, taking messages and following up on actions.
• Diary management and arranging appointments.
• Management of email accounts.
• File management to support the fee earner.
• Ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
• Additional admin tasks including post duties and supporting other departments as needed.

Skills

MS Office

Typing 60 wpm

Communication skills

Time management

Prioritisation

Confidentiality

Team support

Tools

SOS document management system

Crescendo digital dictation

Job description

Parnalls Solicitors Ltd. are seeking a LEGAL ASSISTANT. This is a great opportunity to join a successful and progressive practice that allows the successful candidate the chance to undertake additional training and development as the role grows. This is a varied role working across departments in the firm including private client, administration and reception and would suit someone with a flexible approach to working.

This is a full-time role based in our Launceston office. The hours are 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Audio typing and copy typing of memos, correspondence and legal documentation.
• Dealing with clients both face-to-face and over the telephone, taking accurate messages and following up on agreed action.
• Diary management and arranging appointments.
• Management of email accounts.
• Effective file management supporting the fee earner as required.
• Ensuring that policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Other admin tasks including post duties.
• Supporting all departments including admin and reception depending on the needs of the business.

Experience/Skills

• Strong IT and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent copy and digital audio typing skills. (Minimum 60 wpm)
• Excellent written/verbal communication and organisational skills.
• High standard of customer service skills in order to deal with queries from internal and external clients in a professional, polite and considerate manner.
• Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative with a good understanding of the need to prioritise.
• Time Management skills demonstrating the ability to work to deadlines whilst ensuring a high standard of accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Flexibility in meeting client demands in both the nature of work undertaken and working hours.
• Ability to contribute in a team environment supporting other assistants and fee-earners as appropriate.
• Exceptional confidentiality skills.
• Have a knowledge of SOS document management system. (Desirable)
• Have a knowledge of Crescendo digital dictation. (Desirable)

About Us

Parnalls Solicitors has been one of the leading legal firms in the West Country. Our staff are committed to helping all our clients deal with the legal aspects of life. Our forté is to combine sound, old fashioned values with the latest in legal thinking and technology to offer a premium local service and experience, at rates which are more competitive than larger city-based firms.

About You

This position would suit an experienced legal assistant who is looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to progress their career with a forward-thinking practice.

Other Requirements

• All successful applicants will be subject to a Basic DBS Check. Please Note: A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.
• Direct applicants only.

We’re creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Organisations that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and perspective are proven to be better places to work and are more successful. Importantly, we are creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. In short we see this as the right thing to do for the best of reasons.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £23,250.00-£27,000.00 per year

• Company pension

Will this role count as your QWE, and who will confirm it?

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