Legal Assistant & Fee Earner — Grow Your Caseload

Kenlinks Recruitment; Bury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency in the United Kingdom seeks a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant / Fee Earner to support solicitors while managing their own caseload. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational abilities, legal expertise, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include case management, document preparation, client communication, and legal research. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional development in a dynamic legal environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Fee Earner.
• Understanding of legal procedures and relevant documentation.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist solicitors in managing files and case preparation.
• Draft and prepare legal documents accurately.
• Communicate with clients, providing updates and answering queries.
• Conduct legal research to support case preparation.
• Prepare and file legal documents with courts.
• Assist in billing processes and manage time entries.
• Perform general administrative duties.

Skills

Organisational skills

Legal knowledge

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal certification or legal assistant training

Tools

Legal case management software

Job description

A legal recruitment agency in the United Kingdom seeks a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant / Fee Earner to support solicitors while managing their own caseload. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational abilities, legal expertise, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include case management, document preparation, client communication, and legal research. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional development in a dynamic legal environment.