Legal Assistant - Private Client & Property Support

CARTERBELLS SOLICITORS; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Carter Bells LLP Solicitors in Kingston upon Thames is seeking two full-time Legal Assistants to support the Head of Department and Partner in the Private Client and Commercial Property teams.

Successful candidates will have excellent Word and Outlook skills, experience with Case Management systems, FormEvo, and strong client communication; hours are negotiable 4/5 days, 9:00–17:30. Salary dependent on experience; candidates should be able to cover reception when required.

Qualifications

• Experience with Word and audio dictation; typing speed ~65 wpm.
• Proficient in Outlook for emails and diary management.
• Experience storing documents in a Case Management system.
• Strong client and stakeholder communication.
• Experience populating forms using FormEvo.
• Daily filing and prioritising workload.
• Adherence to firm Accounts procedures.
• Ability to cover reception when required.

Responsibilities

• Manage emails and diary for the Head of Department/Partner.
• Prepare documents using audio dictation and Word.
• Maintain and file documents and correspondence in the Case Management system.
• Liaise with clients and others with clear, professional communication.
• Populate FormEvo forms accurately and timely.
• Perform daily filing and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
• Follow firm accounts procedures and maintain accuracy.
• Cover reception when needed and assist team as required.

Skills

Typing 65 wpm

Outlook proficient

Communication skills

Workload prioritisation

Receptiion cover

Organisational skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

FormEvo

Case Management System

Job description

Carter Bells LLP Solicitors in Kingston upon Thames is seeking two full-time Legal Assistants to support the Head of Department and Partner in the Private Client and Commercial Property teams.

Successful candidates will have excellent Word and Outlook skills, experience with Case Management systems, FormEvo, and strong client communication; hours are negotiable 4/5 days, 9:00–17:30. Salary dependent on experience; candidates should be able to cover reception when required.