Senior Legal Assistant

Description:

We are currently seeking a proactive, highly organized individual with a strong service focus to fulfill a vital role as part of the Legal Support Team within our client's Private Client division.
You will provide in-depth business support to the Partners and fee earners within the team. This team has a great reputation locally and are highly recommended, therefore they handle a large volume of work. Being able to organise your time and prioritise your day is essential to this role.
This presents a great opportunity for someone with the ambition and desire to further their legal support experience, as our client offers a clear and supportive career pathway.
Responsibilities of a Legal Support Assistant include:
* Managing the file opening process for the team
* Being the first point of contact for clients
* Being the first point of contact for any administrative and business support requirements for fee earners, anticipating the teams needs where possible
* Assisting with the preparation of all financial transactions as required.
* Drafting and formatting of letters, documents, and forms
* Preparing correspondence and documents through audio typing and word-processing
* Proactive diary management for allocated fee earners
* Carrying out billing, and updating spreadsheets
About The Candidate
As a Legal Support Assistant you will have:
* Experience within a legal environment / professional services environment
* Strong legal administration experience
* Experience in case management systems
* Experience of working in a client facing environment.
* Broad knowledge of administrative tasks in legal practices.
* Sound knowledge of IT skills in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams, Zoom, etc.
* Excellent attention to detail in all aspects of your work
* Strong communication and organisation skills
About The Company:
As a Legal Support Assistant, you'll enjoy the following benefits:
* Pension scheme
* Support staff bonus scheme
* Electric vehicle scheme
* 27 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
* Benefits portal
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Life assurance
* Gym membership contribution
* Flu vaccinations
Is this opportunity right for you?
Our client is suited for individuals who thrive on challenges and seek an environment where careers flourish based on hard work and personal merit. Their people are energized by being part of something larger than themselves, and while their clients drive their development, it's their people who bring their energy, enthusiasm, and entrepreneurial mindsets together to solve problems and help their clients succeed.
Why people love working with our client:
Their team members appreciate working on high-quality, diverse matters for a wide range of clients, gaining valuable experience to develop their careers. They empower you with responsibility early on, support your initiatives, and encourage innovation. Their culture fosters a warm, supportive environment where individuals thrive.
What career progression can you expect?
Their continuous growth creates numerous opportunities for driven individuals who want to make an impact. At our client, your career plan aligns with their growth plan. You'll collaborate with friendly, ambitious colleagues who enjoy tackling client challenges and celebrating successes together