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Legal Assistant - Birmingham, United Kingdom - Optima UK Inc Ltd

Optima UK Inc Ltd

Verified Company

Birmingham, United Kingdom

1 month ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Title:
Legal Assistant

Location:
Birmingham City Centre

Salary:
£20k - £24k (depending on experience)

The Role:
A reputable firm is seeking an experienced Corporate Legal Assistant to join their Planning Team.

While legal experience is a positive, they are more interested in finding the "right fit" for the department who can actively influence the way the team works.

Someone with a passion for, and a desire to, make a difference.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist and support the Partner and other solicitors in the team.
Managing all administrative tasks such as taking calls from clients and passing on messages, opening and closing files, drafting correspondence and ensuring all documentation associated with a case is filed correctly
Quickly learn new processes, understand them, and will endeavour to suggest improvements where necessary.
Using Excel for data purposes (intermediate to an advanced level of experience is required)
23 years' experience in an administrative role within Corporate Law
Excellent phone manner, with proven ability to deal efficiently, patiently, and courteously with telephone queries.
Proactive approach to work and always displays a cando attitude.
Highly organised, with a methodical approach to work and ensuring that all tasks are completed with a high degree of accuracy.
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent general IT skills, including Excel, Outlook, and Word
Able to balance competing priorities and work to deadlines and targets.
Good interpersonal skills and proven ability to build effective relationships with colleagues
Previous experience of Planning would be an advantage, but not essential.

Benefits: