Legal Assistant

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); Hybride; USD 32 000 - 43 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Hybrid work

Career growth

Wellness programs

Collaborative culture

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Legal Assistant to support the legal team in East London. This hybrid role combines home and office work to ensure efficient operation of the department, with responsibilities spanning document management, scheduling, and client communications.

You will format and proofread legal documents, maintain files, handle correspondence, and assist with basic legal research.

Qualifications

• Experience as a legal assistant or in an administrative legal role.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and basic legal software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment with reliability.

Responsabilités

• Provide administrative support to attorneys, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents and pleadings.
• Maintain and organize legal files with proper indexing.
• Handle mail, phones, and general office correspondence.
• Assist with client communication and information gathering.
• Conduct basic legal research as requested.

Connaissances

Microsoft Office

Legal software

Written communication

Organizational skills

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly organized and proactive Legal Assistant to support their legal team in East London . This hybrid role will involve a range of administrative and supportive duties critical to the efficient operation of the legal department. You will assist with document management, scheduling, client communication, and general office tasks, working both from home and in the office. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring legal professional to gain hands-on experience within a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to attorneys, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and making travel arrangements.
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings.
• Maintain and organize legal files, ensuring all documents are properly indexed and stored.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, answer phones, and manage general office correspondence.
• Assist with client communication, providing updates and gathering necessary information.
• Conduct basic legal research and compile information as requested by legal staff.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a legal assistant, secretary, or administrative assistant in a legal setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic legal software.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model, demonstrating reliability and independence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement for enhanced flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• Health insurance and other employee wellness programs.
• A collaborative and friendly office culture.