Legal Assistant

Forrest Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an organised and professional Legal Assistant in Manchester City Centre. The ideal candidate must have experience in a solicitors firm and knowledge of litigation processes. Responsibilities include managing calls, handling post, and supporting legal teams. After probation, benefits include 25 days holiday and performance bonuses. Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office and have strong communication skills.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Life insurance

Contributory pension

Attendance and annual performance bonuses

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a solicitors firm is essential.
• Experience supporting litigation teams or handling litigation documentation required.
• Confident communicating with clients over the phone.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic filing systems.

Responsibilities

• Answer and direct calls promptly and professionally.
• Open, scan, and manage incoming and outgoing post.
• Maintain electronic filing and archiving systems.
• Provide admin support to the reception, secretarial, and litigation teams.
• Greet visitors and ensure a welcoming office environment.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Professionalism

Job description

Legal Assistant £30,000 DOE Manchester City Centre

Job Title: Legal Assistant Permanent
Salary: £28,000 £30,000 DOE
Hours: 9:00 AM 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday
Location: Manchester City Centre

We re looking for an organised and professional Legal Assistant to join our friendly central support team. To be considered for this role, you must have previously worked as a Legal Assistant within a solicitors firm and have exposure to litigation processes. You ll play a key role in supporting our legal teams, keeping the office running smoothly, and providing excellent service to clients and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities as a Legal Assistant:

• Answer and direct calls promptly and professionally
• Open, scan, and manage incoming and outgoing post
• Maintain electronic filing and archiving systems
• Provide admin support to the reception, secretarial, and litigation teams
• Greet visitors and ensure a welcoming office environment

About You:

• Previous experience working within a solicitors firm is essential
• Experience supporting litigation teams or handling litigation documentation
• Confident communicating with clients over the phone
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic filing systems

Benefits (after probation):

• 25 days holiday
• Life insurance & contributory pension
• Attendance and annual performance bonuses

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those successfully shortlisted for the role will be personally contacted.