Legal Assistant
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Job Description
Job Description
Legal Assistant
Location: Wakefield
Salary: 22000 - 28000 (dependent on experience)
About the Opportunity
Join a well-established legal practice in Wakefield as a Legal Assistant working directly with one of our Directors on a variety of cases with a primary focus on litigation. This is an exceptional opportunity for an LPC-qualified candidate seeking a pathway to a training contract with our last 2 LPC Legal Assistants successfully securing training contracts with the firm.
The Role
Youll be working closely with a Director gaining valuable hands-on experience across various legal matters while developing your skills in a supportive environment. This role offers excellent exposure to litigation practice and provides a clear progression route to a training contract for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare correspondence and legal letters under supervision
- Handle telephone calls from clients and third parties professionally
- Manage and maintain client files and case documentation
- Assist with case preparation and research tasks
- Perform general office duties and administrative support
- Support the Director with diary management and scheduling
- Assist with document drafting and formatting
- Maintain accurate records and filing systems
- Liaise with clients barristers and other legal professionals
- Support with court bundle preparation and case management
What Were Looking For
- LPC qualification (essential requirement)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail
- Professional telephone manner and client service skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Interest in litigation and contentious legal work
- Ambition to progress to a training contract
- Team player with a positive attitude
- Discretion and ability to handle confidential information
What We Offer
- Competitive salary: 22000 - 28000 (dependent on experience)
- Clear pathway to training contract (last 2 LPC Legal Assistants secured training contracts)
- Direct mentorship and supervision from a Director
- Valuable litigation experience and professional development
- Supportive team environment with excellent learning opportunities
- Comprehensive training and skills development
- Career progression within an established legal practice
- Opportunity to work on varied and interesting cases
- Professional development support and guidance
About The Client
This firm is a well-established legal practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services. Their commitment to developing talent is demonstrated by our track record of converting Legal Assistant positions into training contracts providing excellent career progression opportunities for ambitious legal professionals.
Ready to start your legal career journey
Apply now or contact Lee for more info via or 0.
Employment Type
Full-Time
