Senior Legal Support Assistant & PA to Head of Team

Harrison Clark Rickerbys Legal LLP; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Cheltenham is seeking a diligent Personal Assistant to provide direct support to the Head of the Private Client Team. The role involves managing diaries, client communication, and preparing crucial documents. Ideal candidates will have experience in a legal setting and strong attention to detail. The firm offers a supportive workplace with various benefits, including a pension scheme and bonuses.

Benefits

Scottish Widows Pension Scheme

Support staff bonus scheme

Electric vehicle scheme

28 days annual leave

Happy People benefits portal

Cycle to Work scheme

Life Assurance

Gym membership contribution

Flu vaccinations

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal or professional services environment.
• Strong IT skills, especially in Microsoft Office and Teams.
• Excellent diary management and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage diary and appointments for the allocated Partner.
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients.
• Prepare correspondence and documentation.

Skills

Diary management

Attention to detail

Client contact

Audio typing

IT knowledge (Microsoft Office)

Job description

Overview

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This position provides direct PA support to the Head of the Private Client Team and Equity Partner of the firm. It is a newly developed role based in our busy Cheltenham office and would suit a meticulous individual.

Responsibilities

• Proactive diary management for allocated Partner.
• Being the first point of contact for clients.
• Administrative and business support for allocated Partner.
• Preparing correspondence and documents through word-processing and audio typing.
• Drafting and formatting letters, documents and forms.
• Assisting with the preparation of all financial transactions as required.

About You

• Experience within a legal or professional services environment, previous exposure to private client work being advantageous.
• Sound IT knowledge including Microsoft Office suite and Teams.
• Demonstrated history with diary management.
• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to confidentiality.
• Accurate typing abilities; audio typing skills would be highly desirable.
• History of client contact.
• Ability to organise ever-changing priorities.

About Us / Benefits

• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme
• Support staff bonus scheme
• Electric vehicle scheme
• 28 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
• Happy People / Perks at Work benefits portal
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Life Assurance
• 1/3 gym membership contribution
• Flu vaccinations

Additional Information

Is HCR the smart move for you?

HCR suits people who love a challenge and want to work in an environment where careers thrive on hard work and personal merit. Our people enjoy feeling part of something bigger, and while our clients drive our development, it is our people who bring energy, enthusiasm and entrepreneurial mindsets to solve problems and help clients succeed.

Why HCR people love their jobs

Our people enjoy working on good quality, interesting matters from a wide variety of clients, gaining experience to develop their careers. We offer responsibility early, back your good ideas, and foster a warm environment where you can thrive.

What career progression will HCR offer you?

HCR’s growth creates opportunities for those who want to advance. You can expect to work with friendly, energetic, ambitious people who enjoy solving client problems and celebrating good outcomes, in a collaborative, collegiate office culture.

What does HCR believe, achieve and stand for?

As a Times Best Law firm, among the UK Top 60, we provide a full range of services with an entrepreneurial approach. We are flexible and responsive to client needs, delivering the best outcomes. We have more than 800 lawyers and support staff, including more than 150 partners, and hold the Law Society’s Lexcel quality mark for compliance and client care standards. We have ten offices across England and Wales and ongoing expansion in key hubs.

As an equal opportunities employer, we celebrate differences and aim to attract a diverse and ambitious workforce. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace and are armed forces-friendly. We welcome applicants and will consider reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

We also request that you let us know of any changes we can make to support your application. If this opportunity sounds of interest, please apply and submit your CV.

A note for recruitment agencies

The HCR Resourcing Team manages recruitment across the firm. We work with a Preferred Supplier List and will invite appropriate agencies to submit candidates via our recruitment portal. Speculative or unsolicited CVs sent to any employee or Partner may not be considered and no fees will be payable. We retain the right to pursue candidates without question of ownership.