Legal Assistant - Kingston upon Hull, United Kingdom - Jaycon Legal Solicitors

Description

Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an
EXPERIENCED legal assistant to join our expanding family focused firm in Hull.


Previous experience working in a private client department/wills & probate is preferred but not essential. Legal experience is required.

The role:

• Ensuring the smooth flow of documents and correspondence in and out of the department
• Word processing all necessary documents from handwritten notes or transcribing recorded dictation
• File management
• Opening and closing files, photocopying and filing
• Answering the telephone, handling calls, making routine calls and taking messages
• Covering reception duties as and when required
• Managing Fee Earner diaries, organising internal and external meetings
• Supporting other members of the team in the performance of their duties
• Providing support to other members of staff in the department or across the firm
• Liaising with clients and client care
• Friendly and approachable manner
• A team player, who is supportive and encouraging of others
• Enthusiastic and confident in administrative work
• Previous experience working in a private client department/wills & probate
  preferred:
• Knowledge and evidence of understanding private client law will be an advantage at interview stage
• You will need to be able to manage large workloads effectively and be productive under pressure
• Experience in audio and copy typing
• Experience of use of IT systems; digital dictation, case management, MS Word and Outlook
• Ability to work with initiative and minimum supervision
• Integrity to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Excellent organisational skills ability to prioritise

Benefits:

Work life balance encouraged.

This is a full time position, however part time hours and flexibility may be considered
.
Friendly, supportive working environment.

• High quality work from longstanding clients. Most of our work is received through returning clients and recommendations
• Excellent scope for training and career progression
• Salary dependent on experience

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent


Salary:
From £21,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 37.5 per week


Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Onsite parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Legal administrative: 1 year (required)

Work Location:
In person

Expected start date: 22/04/2024