Legal Assistant

TSR Legal Recruitment

Posted a day ago, valid for 17 days

Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF5 1DR, Wales

Full Time

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Private Client Legal AssistantCardiff

Are you a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant looking to advance your career? We are working with a highly regarded law firm in Cardiff that is seeking a dedicated Private Client Legal Assistant to join their expert team.

About the FirmThis prestigious firm has a strong reputation for delivering exceptional legal services with a client-focused approach. Their Private Client team is known for providing expert advice on wills, probate, trusts, and estate planning. Joining this firm means becoming part of a collaborative and professional environment where your skills and contributions are truly valued.

The RoleAs a Private Client Legal Assistant, you will provide vital support to the Private Client team, ensuring the smooth operation of administrative and legal tasks while delivering excellent client service.

Key Responsibilities:

Assisting fee earners with case management, drafting correspondence, and preparing legal documents.
Managing client communications, including responding to inquiries and providing case updates.
Organising diaries, scheduling meetings, and arranging client appointments.
Ensuring compliance with legal procedures and maintaining accurate file records.
Supporting the preparation of wills, probate applications, and trusts.
Providing administrative support for billing and invoicing processes.

About You

Essential Skills & Experience:

Proven experience as a Legal Assistant, ideally within a Private Client team.
Knowledge of wills, probate, trusts, and estate planning processes.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
A professional and client-focused approach.
Proficiency in MS Office and legal case management software.

Desirable Skills:

Experience working in a leading law firm.
Legal qualifications such as a CILEx Certificate or equivalent.

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary based on experience.
Opportunities for career development and training.
Hybrid working options.
A supportive and friendly workplace culture in the heart of Cardiff.

Please contact Rachel Phillips in the Cardiff head office for a confidential discussion or apply for the role directly below: