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Legal Assistant - Training Contract Available - Wills & Probate

Office Angels
Posted a day ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Leicester, Leicestershire LE5 3TB

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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  • The law firm in Leicester is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant to join their team, offering a training contract for career advancement.
  • The role entails supporting fee earners in various legal matters, including Conveyancing, Wills, Matrimonial Law, and Litigation.
  • Candidates are preferred to have experience in a legal support role and should possess strong organizational and communication skills.
  • The position offers a salary of £20,000 to £25,000 per year, with a generous benefits package and holiday allowance.
  • Applicants with legal qualifications such as LLB, GDL, or LPC will be at an advantage, but they are not essential.

tle: Legal Assistant - Training Contract AvailableLocation: LeicesterHours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm

Are you a proactive and detail-oriented individual looking to advance your legal career? Our client, a growing and highly reputable law firm in Leicester, is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic legal environment, with the potential for a training contract.

About the Firm:

Specialising in Conveyancing, Wills, Matrimonial Law, and Litigation, this small yet busy firm is known for delivering exceptional legal services, reflected in glowing client reviews. As part of their supportive team, you will work closely with a partner handling conveyancing and wills and a fee earner managing matrimonial and litigation matters.

Your Role as a Legal Assistant:

You will play a key role in supporting fee earners and ensuring the smooth running of legal transactions. Your responsibilities will include:? Assisting with Conveyancing transactions, Wills, Matrimonial, and Litigation matters.? Providing outstanding client care, both in person and over the phone.? Maintaining and updating the case management system efficiently.? Managing key deadlines and completion dates.? Handling file closures and administrative tasks.? Preparing legal documents, conducting legal research, and compiling reports.? Managing diaries, correspondence, copying, scanning, and document preparation.

What We're Looking For:

?? Experience in a legal support role (preferred but not essential).?? Strong organisational skills and keen attention to detail.?? Ability to multitask and work independently.?? Excellent communication and client care skills.?? Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.?? Legal qualifications (LLB, GDL, LPC) are advantageous but not essential.

Why Join?

? Generous holiday allowance? Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Free legal fees
  • Pension plan
  • Private healthcare
  • Virtual GP services
  • Annual salary review
  • Cashback options & more!
About You:

We're looking for someone self-motivated, organised, and proactive, with a passion for delivering excellent client service. You should be able to manage your workload independently while supporting the team in achieving billing targets.

This role offers an exciting career path for those eager to grow within the legal field. If you're ready to take the next step, we'd love to hear from you!

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.