Litigation Team Assistant-Property Litigation & Diary Mgmt

JS Legal Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded firm of solicitors in Hornchurch is seeking an experienced Litigation Team Assistant. The successful candidate will provide full support to the Litigation Team, handling initial enquiries, diary management, and drafting court documents. Essential skills include litigation experience, audio typing, and excellent IT skills. A friendly office environment and benefits such as 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pension, and private health care are offered.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Pension

Private Health

Death in service

Parking

Friendly office environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or in a secretarial support role.
• Litigation experience, including Property Litigation is essential.
• Confidence in managing busy diaries and digital dictation.

Responsibilities

• Handle initial enquiries and open/close files.
• Manage diaries and process new client enquiries.
• Draft court documents, emails, and correspondence.

Skills

Litigation experience

Audio and copy typing skills

Excellent IT skills

Excellent telephone manner

Ability to multitask

Team player

Tools

Case management system

Job description

A well-regarded firm of solicitors in Hornchurch is seeking an experienced Litigation Team Assistant. The successful candidate will provide full support to the Litigation Team, handling initial enquiries, diary management, and drafting court documents. Essential skills include litigation experience, audio typing, and excellent IT skills. A friendly office environment and benefits such as 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pension, and private health care are offered.