Job Description

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Trust and Court of Protection Administration Team in Sheffield.

About Us

Wrigleys is a well-established, reputable firm of specialist Solicitors. We have offices in Leeds, Sheffield, and Newcastle. We represent clients across the UK and are considered as one of the leading expert practices outside of London.

At Wrigleys we pride ourselves on delivering specialist legal services to our clients within a professional yet friendly and authentic environment. Our culture is built on our purpose of putting people at the centre of what we do, and our values guide us in all aspects of our work with clients and each other.

Together with our supportive leadership team, we offer a collegiate culture where everyone has a voice, and we encourage collaboration, innovation, and growth. This positive environment helps us maintain exceptional colleague retention levels.

What We Can Offer You

Life outside work matters. We promote work-life balance, offer agile working, and prioritise colleague wellbeing. Your health and happiness are important to us.

Competitive salaries Agile Working Enhanced Family Friendly Benefits Generous holiday entitlement and holiday purchase scheme Employee Assistance Programme Pension scheme Life Assurance scheme Group Income Protection Employee Wellness Initiatives Private Medical Insurance Socials

About The Role

You will be responsible for providing support and assistance to Paralegals in the Trust and Court of Protection Administration Team, to enable them to manage their caseloads and provide services to our clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

To provide support to the Paralegals in the Trust and Court of Protection Administration Team Working alongside other fee earners on a variety of tasks related to the ongoing administration of client matters. Tasks may include (but are not limited to): Preparing cash reconciliation statements Reviewing bank statements and other cash statements, and reconciling payments Liaising with 3rd parties, clients, and other professionals Opening bank and investment accounts, paying invoices, preparing asset, income, and expenditure statements Updating our case management system. Providing cover during colleagues' absence in all areas as required Maintaining an awareness of Lexcel and internal procedures, processes and guidelines

The Ideal Candidate

Office experience is desirable Previous experience working as a Legal Administrator (or within an administrative/support role in a law firm) is beneficial Good IT skills Ability to empathise with the varying needs of our clients Good time management and organisational skills Ability to communicate with people at all levels in all situations

Application Process

Our selection process for the Legal Assistant position is transparent. We prioritise keeping all candidates informed at every step, ensuring there is no uncertainty.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term condition and need us to make adjustments to give you the best possible recruitment process, please do let us know by contacting our recruitment team.

Equality and Diversity

Individual differences are embraced at Wrigleys, and by putting people at the centre of we do, we strive to create an inclusive working environment in which colleagues feel supported and can be themselves.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,420.00-26,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Performance bonus Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sheffield S1

Reference ID: Wrigleys - LA
Expected start date: 04/08/2025