Job Description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity is available for a Legal Assistant to join our firm within our Litigation Department to support a senior Solicitor with various legal work. Experience is preferable.

Job Purpose:

To provide a level of service to clients and referrers of work such that Andrew & Andrew is their preferred firm of solicitors and one which they will recommend to others.

Initial client contact; accurately taking incoming telephone calls and recording details. Audio-Typing from dictation to produce letters, emails and other documents for the fee-earners. Preparing pleadings for Court Preparing Instructions to Counsel and documentation Liaising with medical establishments/Consultants Maintain and organise legal files and documents Provide administrative support to solicitors Record time spent on fee earning and other tasks Keep up to date with changes in legislation Comply with standard methods of practice

Qualifications

GCSEs, including English and Mathematics. A-Levels/Degree Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Strong written, verbal and typing skills. Organisational abilities to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Familiarity with English legal terminology and procedures. Excellent time management skills.
We will offer an excellent package to the right candidate including a competitive salary, bonus scheme and staff days out. Salary is dependent upon experience.

The role is full-time, and is based in our Portsmouth Office.

Monday - Friday 8:30am to 5pm with an hour for lunch

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 25,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person