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Legal Assistant

Park Street People
Posted a day ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG30 3HG

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our client in Reading, ideal for someone thriving in a fast-paced environment.
  • This role involves providing crucial administrative support to legal professionals, including drafting and proofreading legal documents.
  • Candidates should have previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, preferably with a degree or CILEX qualification.
  • The position offers a salary of £25,000 to £30,000 per year, depending on experience.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this role.

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our client in Reading. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys supporting colleagues, and is dedicated to delivering exceptional client service. As a Legal Assistant, you will provide crucial administrative support, helping legal professionals perform at their best.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft, proofread and format legal documents, contracts and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance
  • Organise and maintain legal records, monitor deadlines and assist in the preparation of case materials for hearings and trials
  • Conduct research on case law and regulations, prepare reports, and support attorneys with daily administrative tasks
  • Act as a key point of contact for clients, witnesses, and external legal teams, managing correspondence and scheduling appointments

Requirements

  • Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal would be preferred
  • Educated to degree level or possess a CILEX qualification
  • Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a client-focused approach.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and case management software (Tickit) is preferred but not essential.

Park Street People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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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.