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Legal Aid Assistant

Law Staff Limited
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 11 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Salary

£24,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Legal Aid Assistant is available in London with an annual salary of £24,000.
  • This full-time role requires a commitment of 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 5:30pm.
  • The ideal candidate should have previous experience in a legal aid environment, along with strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Responsibilities include supporting the Legal Aid Administrator, managing databases, completing legal aid forms, and communicating with clients and colleagues.
  • Home working options are available for qualified candidates, and the firm is an equal opportunity employer.
Position Title: Legal Aid AssistantLocation: London (Home working available)Salary: £24,000Reference: BH-36881Work Type: Full-time (37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 9:30am – 5:30pm)About The Firm:My client is a dynamic legal aid law practice with offices nationwide, dedicated to providing top-quality legal assistance. The firm seeks a highly organised and efficient Legal Aid Assistant to join their team, with an opportunity for home working available to qualified candidates.Position Overview:The Legal Aid Assistant will support the firm’s Legal Aid Administrator by organising legal help claims, maintaining databases, and ensuring efficient communication with clients and fee earners. The role is ideal for a highly organised individual with a keen eye for detail and experience in a legal aid environment.Key Responsibilities:
  • Legal Aid Support: Assist with the organisation of legal help claims, gathering information from clients and fee earners
  • Data Management: Maintain and update legal help databases, ensuring accuracy and completeness of records
  • Form Completion: Assist in completing necessary legal aid forms and documents
  • Client Communication: Communicate relevant information to clients and colleagues efficiently, both in person and in writing
Requirements:
  • Previous experience in a legal aid environment (desirable)
  • Experience using case management systems (e.g., LEAP)
  • Strong numeracy skills and ability to manage data
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to multitask and work to tight deadlines
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity
The Benefits & How to Apply:
  • Competitive salary of £24,000 per annum
  • Opportunity for home working (subject to qualification)
  • Equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity and guaranteeing interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet essential criteria
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.Contact Person: Shabir JizaContact Email: Contact Phone: IMPORTANT: PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Regulation 19.

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