To contribute as a member of the Business Support team, to the provision of a complete administrative and secretarial support service to the fee earners in Irvings.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
The Legal Assistant reports to the Office manager and has the following responsibilities/accountabilities:
To produce accurate/timely documents and correspondence
Provide legal support to the fee earners and act as a legal resource for the wider team, providing help where required
To operate workflows and processes within case management systems accurately
To undertake filing as required
To undertake scanning, copying and printing as required
Prepare and send e-bundles
To make appointments, arrange meetings and maintain a diary
To answer the phone and take/relay accurate/timely telephone messages
To undertake reception, post room and general administrative duties as require
Liaison with clients, defendants and other professionals
Undertake training as required
Identify opportunities for process improvement
Contribute to ad hoc projects and initiatives as required
Scope/Size
The Legal Assistant contributes to the provision of a complete administrative and secretarial support service to the fee earners.
Skills/Experience Required
Excellent audio and copy typing skills
Excellent organisational skills and good time management
Positive can do attitude and approach
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
Superb interpersonal skills
Familiar with case management and document production systems
Numerate
Legal costs experience
P4W experience - not essential as full training will be given
Experience with using BigHand - not essential as full training will be given
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 22,300.00-24,250.00 per year
Benefits:
Private medical insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Liverpool: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
Legal Secretary: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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