Job Title: Legal Assistant
Department: Dispute Resolution
Salary: DOE
Hours: Full Time, permanent
Location: Kingsbury, Hybrid.
Job Reference: CWS446
RESPONSIBILITIES
Join a growing and reputable team where you'll play a key role in supporting a range of diverse, complex cases across various industries. As a Legal Assistant, you'll provide essential administrative support, help maintain case files, and ensure documents are up-to-date and accurately entered into the case management system. You'll also be involved in preparing legal documents, managing correspondence, and handling scheduling for the team.
Clear and professional communication with clients is crucial, and you'll need to stay calm under pressure while being able to work well both as part of a team and on your own initiative.
* Hands-on experience in commercial and civil disputes, including contract disputes, construction, property, and professional negligence matters.
* Assisting on cases for a variety of clients, from individuals to businesses and corporates, with the opportunity to develop expertise in niche sectors.
* Exposure to the latest legal technology and systems, allowing you to gain practical skills that are essential for a legal career.
* Involvement in complex litigation cases that require attention to detail and critical thinking, helping you develop problem-solving abilities
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
* At least 1 years' experience working in a law firm, ideally with exposure to commercial or litigation work.
* Comfortable using case management systems to keep files organised and up to date.
* A highly organised individual who can handle multiple tasks at once. Strong ability to prioritise tasks and stay focused in a fast-paced environment.
* A team player with a real desire to learn and grow within a Legal 500 firm.
IN RETURN
* A competitive salary with regular reviews based on your performance and career progression.
* Career development opportunities tailored to you, including hands-on experience with a range of commercial and complex legal disputes.
* Exposure to both high-profile cases and niche areas of law that will enhance your expertise and career prospects.
* A supportive working environment, where you'll be encouraged to thrive in your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance
For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ (url removed)
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Simpson Judge
Posted 4 days ago, valid for 16 days
Kingsbridge, Devon TQ7, England
£24,000 - £26,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position of Legal Assistant in the Dispute Resolution department is a full-time, permanent role located in Kingsbury with a hybrid work option.
- The salary for this role is dependent on experience and will be reviewed regularly based on performance.
- Candidates are required to have at least 1 year of experience working in a law firm, preferably with exposure to commercial or litigation work.
- The role involves providing administrative support, maintaining case files, preparing legal documents, and communicating with clients in a professional manner.
- This opportunity offers career development, exposure to high-profile cases, and a supportive work environment that values work-life balance.
