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My Worcester based client are looking for a senior legal support assistant to join their team on a full time and permanent basis within their disputes and resolutions team.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and highly organised individual to join my clients Team as a Senior Legal Support Assistant. This role is based in the Worcester office and is ideal for someone with a service-focused attitude who thrives in a support role, particularly within a legal or professional services environment.
Reporting to the Legal Support Manager, you will not only provide in-depth business support but also take on responsibilities such as deputising for the Legal Support Manager and coaching junior team members.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Draft and format letters, documents, and forms, ensuring high standards of accuracy.
- Serve as the first point of contact for administrative and business support requirements for fee earners, proactively anticipating the team’s needs.
- Assist with the preparation of all financial transactions as required.
- Manage proactive diary entries for allocated fee earners, including making travel arrangements.
- Act as the first point of contact for clients and manage your fee earner’s inbox.
- Manage the file opening process for the team, including conducting ID checks and conflict checks.
- Work closely with the Legal Support Manager to support the implementation of new technology, systems, or process changes.
- Act as a role model within the legal support team, coaching more junior members and supporting the induction of new team members.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience within a legal or professional services environment.
- Desirable experience in case management systems.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Teams.
- Demonstrated history in an administrative or PA role.
- Excellent attention to detail with confident typing abilities.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
Benefits:
- 27 days annual leave plus public holidays.
- Bonus scheme.
- Life Assurance.
- Scottish Widows Pension Scheme.
- Healthcare cash-plan.
- 1/3 gym membership contribution.
- Electric vehicle scheme.
- Happy People/Perks at Work benefits portal.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Flu vaccinations.
