Job Description

Job Purpose:

We have an opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join the Private Client Department in the Chelmsford office. As a key member of the team, you will be required to assist with supporting all of the team to include general administrative tasks in relation to individual file management and taking calls for new enquiries for the Department.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work within a team with a reputation for providing excellent client care. The role is office based within our modern, first-class office.

As a leading law firm in Essex, Gepp Solicitors can trace its roots back to 1768 and is a well-known name in the area. With a rating of 4.9/5.0 on Review Solicitors and over 1,400 reviews to back this up, the firm is one with a great reputation.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Logging Wills away in accordance with the Firm's procedures General filing - paper and electronic Supporting the team with general administrative duties Answering the telephone, booking client appointments and obtaining copies of relevant documents required for new meetings Organising documentation in readiness for meetings Undertaking specific training when required to do so and overall to have a responsibility towards self-development. Maintaining a high level of professionalism and ensuring client matters and information are kept confidential

Personal Specification

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to build effective and trusting relations with people internally and externally to the firm Flexible, adaptable and positive attitude to work

Salary and Benefits

Competitive Salary Life Assurance (4 x annual salary) Income Protection Health cash plan, which includes discounted gym membership and many other offers Employee Assistance Programme Off-site free car parking 25 days holiday in addition to public holidays Monthly staff lottery
We are committed to recruiting individuals on merits of suitability for each role, on the basis of qualifications and experience. All applications are treated fairly and equally regardless of sexual orientation, race, disability, religious beliefs and any other protected characteristic, ensuring that there are equal opportunities at all stages of the recruitment process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Free parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person