Legal Assistant

Job Box Recruitment Limited; Teddington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Box Recruitment Limited is recruiting a Legal Assistant in the United Kingdom to support a Head of Department in a busy law firm. The role involves efficient management of diaries, emails, and document production using digital dictation and Word.

You will handle case files, forms via FormEvo, and liaise with clients while maintaining high standards of organisation and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal support role.
• Strong document production skills and a typing speed of approximately 65 WPM.
• Confident use of Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Experience with case management systems and FormEvo.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated support to a Head of Department/Partner.
• Producing legal documents using digital dictation and Microsoft Word.
• Managing diaries, emails and appointments via Outlook.
• Maintaining accurate matter files and correspondence on the case management system.
• Preparing and completing forms using FormEvo.
• Managing daily filing and prioritising competing deadlines.
• Liaising professionally with clients and other parties.
• Following internal accounts procedures and maintaining accuracy.
• Providing reception cover when required.

Skills

Legal support

Document production

Diary/Email management

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

FormEvo

Job description

LEGAL ASSISTANT

Looking for your next opportunity in the legal sector? This could be the perfect move!

We're working on an exciting opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant to support a Head of Department within a busy, professional law firm.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys providing high-level administrative support, and takes pride in delivering work to an excellent standard.

THE ROLE

• Providing dedicated support to a Head of Department/Partner
• Producing legal documents using digital dictation and Microsoft Word
• Managing diaries, emails and appointments via Outlook
• Maintaining accurate matter files and correspondence on the case management system
• Preparing and completing forms using FormEvo
• Managing daily filing and prioritising competing deadlines
• Liaising professionally with clients and other parties
• Following internal accounts procedures and maintaining accuracy
• Providing reception cover when required

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Previous experience in a legal support role
• Strong document production skills and a typing speed of approximately 65 WPM
• Confident use of Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Experience with case management systems and FormEvo
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A proactive approach, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a busy workload efficiently

Location: Teddington

Hours: Full-time preferred, with flexibility to work 4 or 5 days per week

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 Dependent on experience