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Private Client Legal Assistant

Law Staff Limited
Posted 10 days ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Lichfield, Staffordshire WS14 9SY

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • A prestigious Legal 500 firm is seeking a Private Client Legal Assistant with a minimum of 1 year of experience in the legal sector.
  • The role requires a solid understanding of wills and probate, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Responsibilities include handling client inquiries, managing files, providing administrative support, drafting legal documents, and preparing bills.
  • The firm offers a competitive salary along with a benefits package that includes target-related bonuses and training opportunities.
  • Candidates must possess strong computer skills, familiarity with case management software, and a keen attention to detail.
Are you a driven Private Client Legal Assistant with a minimum of 1 years’ experience in the legal sector, looking for a new challenge with a prestigious Legal 500 firm?This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your outstanding administrative and organisational skills within a respected firm where your contributions will be valued. A solid understanding of wills and probate is essential, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks and excel in a fast-paced environment.The Firm:Our esteemed Legal 500 client is a full-service practice with a nationwide presence recognised for providing high quality legal advice to private and commercial clients. With client care at their core, the Firm comprises specialists with diverse expertise, drawn from top-tier UK firms, ensuring clients receive the highest quality advice. Understanding the intricacies of business, with many team members boasting hands-on experience in multi-million-pound companies, providing invaluable foresight and risk management skills.What will be expected from you?
  • Handling enquiries from clients, solicitors, and other relevant parties.
  • Recording detailed attendance notes for all correspondence.
  • Opening and closing files, keeping them up-to-date with both electronic and hard copy correspondence, while ensuring compliance with SRA regulations and firm standards.
  • Providing administrative support, including tasks such as photocopying and scanning.
  • Drafting basic letters and preparing/submitting simple legal documents.
  • Completing legal forms, registering documents, and submitting applications to the Court.
  • Managing contact lists and calendars for fee earners.
  • Tracking and monitoring deadlines.
  • Conducting searches and registering Wills with Certainty.
  • Preparing and submitting bills to the finance team on behalf of fee earners.
  • Creating Estate Accounts using Excel.
  • Providing reception cover.
  • Preparing and handling banking and post tasks.
Is this the position for you?  
  • A solid understanding of the daily functions of a legal office
  • Strong computer skills, particularly in Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Familiarity with case management software
  • Proficiency in English language
  • Keen attention to detail
In return for your hard work and dedication the Firm offer a competitive benefits package to include, target related bonuses, training and development opportunities along with many other impressive incentives!Vacancy Reference number: 36860PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with The Conduct of Agencies and Businesses Regulations Act of 2003 - https://ukdsi/2003/0110483138

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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.