Legal Assistant - Private Client

Talk Staff Group Limited; Stafford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Talk Staff Group Limited is recruiting a Legal Assistant based in Burton on Trent to provide secretarial support and assist our client’s expert legal team in a friendly environment.

The role requires experience in the Legal Sector, particularly within Private Client departments, and proficiency with MS Office and Case Management Systems. You will communicate clearly, stay highly organised and pay close attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience in the Legal Sector as a Legal Assistant.
• Experience in a Private Client Department.
• Proficient with MS Office & Case Management Systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Audio & copy typing, emailing, photocopying, filing of letters and documents.
• Completing forms and drafting documents.
• Assisting with the preparation of court bundles.
• Opening and closing client files.
• Managing files on a case management system and following procedures.
• Speaking to clients and professional contacts, answering queries and making appointments.
• Handling initial client enquiries.
• Arranging of appointments and managing fee earners' diaries.
• Attending team meetings as required.
• Covering reception as needed.

Skills

Legal sector experience

Private Client department experience

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

MS Office

Case Management Systems

Job description

Our client, a very reputable firm are looking to appoint a Legal Assistant based in Burton on Trent. You will be tasked with providing secretarial support and assistance. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced assistant to play a key role in assisting our client of expert legal personnel within a friendly and supportive team environment.

To be considered for the role, you'll require the following essentials:

• Experience of working within the Legal Sector as a Legal Assistant
• Experience of working within a Private Client Department
• Knowledge of MS Office & Case Management Systems
• Excellent communication skills - both written & verbal
• Strong organisational skills
• High attention to detail

Within this position, you'll also be:

• Audio & copy typing, emailing, photocopying, filing of letters, emails and documents
• Completing forms and drafting documents
• Assisting with the preparation of court bundles
• Opening & closing of client files
• Running, managing & maintaining files on a case management system and following file procedures
• Speaking to clients and professional contacts, personally and by telephone, answering queries, giving information and making appointments
• Handling initial client enquiries
• Arranging of appointments & managing fee earners diaries
• Attending team meetings as required
• Covering reception as required

Salary & Working Hours

Salary is £24,000 - £27,000 per annum, dependant on experience

Working Hours are Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm with 1 hours' lunch