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legal Secretary/Assistant - Litigation

Elite Recruitment Solutions Maidenhead
Posted 9 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Newbury, Berkshire RG14, England

Salary

£30,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position available is for a Legal Support Assistant (Litigation) based in Newbury, ideal for those with a background as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal firm, with exposure to litigation.
  • The role involves setting up new files, maintaining client communication, conducting legal research, and providing administrative support.
  • The salary for this position ranges from £26,000 to £30,000, depending on skills and experience.
  • The company offers benefits such as flexible leave, pension, life assurance, and a modern office environment with standard working hours from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm.

Legal Support Assistant (Litigation) – Newbury

Are you a Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant looking to continue your career in a support role? If so then we have an excellent role that will utilise your outstanding legal administrative skills.

A Legal Support Assistant with experience of working in Litigation is being sought by this excellent forward thinking, fast expanding legal Group. Working from offices in Newbury.

This role is NOT suitable for a candidate seeking a training contact but highly suitable for a candidate who wants to specialise in Litigation and offer support to the fee earners with their case- loads.

The role will include:

  • Set up new files and assist in preparing trial bundles
  • Maintain client communication and provide updates on case progress
  • Conduct legal research and assist with digital dictation
  • Manage diaries and provide administrative support
  • Coordinate with barristers, courts, and third parties

You will need to be able to offer:

  • 3+ years of experience working in a legal firm in an administrative capacity and already have gained some exposure to litigation.
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Really fast and accurate audio and copy typing ability
  • A good knowledge of general legal secretarial duties
  • A team player with the ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues

What we offer:

  • Competitive salary – likely to be between 26k and 30K dependent upon skills and experience.
  • Flexible leave, pension, life assurance, health cash plan, and more
  • Modern office in Newbury
  • 9.00am - 5.30pm working hours

If you are interested in this position, then don't delay. Submit your interest NOW!

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