Job Description

Legal Administrator

Location: Burscough - L40 8JY

Salary: 24,000

Contract Type: Perm

Position Type: Full Time

Direct Accident was formed in 1996 to assist clients who had been involved in road traffic accidents caused by another party. In that time, we have helped thousands of clients by taking away the worry and inconvenience that inevitably result from an accident caused by somebody else.

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive

Legal Administration Assistant

to provide comprehensive administrative support to our fast-paced Legal Department based in Burscough. This role is ideal for someone with excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic team environment.

We are looking for someone who is positive, energetic and enthusiastic, a problem solver and someone who can work as part of a tight team and using their own initiative. You will be responsible for ensuring that you provide an excellent service to your stake holders and ensure that everyone has a positive experience by delivering an outstanding service.

If you have got drive and determination, ambition and are looking for a stimulating career then we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities to include:

Handling incoming telephone enquiries from clients, garages, and solicitors

Making outbound calls to clients regarding court hearing attendance

Preparing and sending confirmation letters for court transport arrangements

Maintaining the court hearing diary using Outlook

Coordinating the receipt and distribution of trial bundles to the court team

Responding to solicitor queries in a timely and professional manner

Uploading signed documents to internal systems (Fusemetrix and/or Proclaim)

Updating and maintaining company databases and departmental diaries

Assisting with filing and archiving processes

Supporting the wider team with ad hoc administrative tasks to ensure smooth business operations

About You:

Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

Well-organised with effective administrative and time management skills

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Confident using IT systems and Microsoft Office applications

A collaborative team player with a flexible and positive attitude

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

What we offer in return:

We offer a clean professional office working environment in Ormskirk. A competitive salary including 22 days holiday allowance plus 8 bank holidays. Employee Assistant Programme. Workplace pension scheme. The opportunity to develop a rewarding and successful career.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person