Legal Support Assistant - Private Client
Legal Support Assistant - Private Client
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Job Description
Legal Support Assistant
Private Client Team Thatcham
FullTime Permanent
Our client a wellestablished and reputable law firm is seeking a professional and highly organised Legal Support Assistant to join their Private Client team at their Thatcham office. This is a permanent fulltime opportunity offering the chance to work within a supportive legal environment assisting lawyers with a varied caseload and delivering key administrative support.
Tasks
The Role
The successful candidate will play an integral part in supporting the Private Client team.
- Opening and closing client files in line with firm procedures
- Maintaining uptodate and accurate client records and document management systems
- Typing and formatting legal documents including Wills Lasting Powers of Attorney Trusts and Probate applications
- Drafting routine correspondence on behalf of fee earners
- Amending and proofreading legal documents with a high level of accuracy
- Managing diaries scheduling appointments and coordinating meetings
- Monitoring fee earners emails and responding to administrative matters where appropriate
- Ensuring compliance with antimoney laundering and client onboarding procedures
- Assisting with billing processes including preparing draft bills and keeping financial records
- Providing general support to fee earners and other team members to ensure smooth daytoday operations
Requirements
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will bring:
- A minimum of 2 years experience in an administrative role within a legal environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational abilities with the confidence to manage multiple priorities
- A collaborative and professional approach with the ability to build effective relationships with colleagues and clients alike
Benefits
Salary: Competitive
Office: Thatcham
Hours of work: 9.00am 5.30pm
Other Benefits: Flexible Leave (Holiday) Policy; pension; life assurance; medical health cash plan & discount portal with Virtual GP & wellbeing tools & advice.
If this sounds like the role for you and an exciting opportunity and you have the skills and experience to join our team please apply and well get back to you as quickly as possible.
Employment Type
Full Time
