### Legal Assistant Role in a Leading Motoring Law FirmManchester Are you ready to elevate your career in a dynamic and fast-paced legal environment? This role offers an exceptional platform for growth, professional development, and the chance to make a significant impact within a specialised field of law.#### Why This Role Stands Out:- **Comprehensive Training**: Benefit from a dedicated and interactive training plans, ensuring you are well-equipped to excel. Regular team meetings and a 'buddy' system ensure continuous support and development.- **Professional Growth**: Engage in a variety of tasks that go beyond basic administrative duties, providing a robust foundation in motoring law, a niche area where this firm is a market leader.- **Team Collaboration**: Work within a close-knit team, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment. Open communication and teamwork are at the heart of this role.- **High Standards**: Join a firm that maintains high standards through regular performance management and training, ensuring excellence in all aspects of work.#### Key Responsibilities:- Provide comprehensive legal support to Paralegals and Solicitors.- Manage a shared inbox, prioritising and responding to emails promptly.- Handle a variety of tasks including answering calls, booking Counsel and Experts, opening client files, and drafting correspondence.- Chase responses from courts, prosecution, police, and other relevant parties.- Manage client payments and raise invoices.- Prepare claims to recover costs from the court for successful cases.#### Ideal Candidate Profile:- **Experience**: Minimum of 3 years in administrative roles, with at least 2 years using Proclaim or an equivalent case management system. Experience in a law firm is essential - **Skills**: Strong IT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel), excellent communication and telephone customer service skills, and the ability to prioritise and organise tasks effectively.- **Attributes**: Optimistic, enthusiastic, reliable, resilient, proactive, and accountable. Must be approachable, non-judgmental, and strictly adhere to confidentiality.#### Qualifications:- GCSEs in English, Maths, and IT at Grade C or above.This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a high-pressure environment and is motivated by helping others. If you possess the skills and traits listed and are eager to be part of a leading firm in motoring law, this could be the ideal next step in your career. If you are interested in this role and have 12 +months working within a law firm, please send your application to
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Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Posted 15 days ago, valid for 12 days
Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England
£20,000 - £30,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- A leading motoring law firm in Manchester is seeking a Legal Assistant to support Paralegals and Solicitors in a dynamic legal environment.
- The role requires a minimum of 3 years in administrative roles, with at least 2 years of experience using Proclaim or an equivalent case management system.
- Candidates should possess strong IT skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- The firm offers comprehensive training, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative team environment focused on high standards.
- Salary details are not specified, but the position is ideal for someone with a passion for helping others and thriving under pressure.
