Legal Assistant - Eastbourne

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  • Eastbourne, East Sussex
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 21 days ago
Legal AssistantLocation: EastbourneSalary: Dependent on experienceVacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time, 21.5 hours per week, days as agreed)The company are an independent, award-winning law firm offering legal advice and help to both individuals and businesses across Sussex.The RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join their friendly Family Law team.You may be looking to take your first steps into a Legal position, or you may already have experience.The Family Legal Assistant will provide direct support to the Practitioner, for example by:
  • Assisting clients both in person and by telephone, providing support in a professional and friendly manner
  • Making appointments, arranging meetings and diary management for the Practitioner
  • Providing support and guidance to other members of the team and wider team
  • Preparing correspondence and documents including audiotyping
  • File management
  • Preparing mail and enclosures for despatch
  • Arranging for all copying to be completed
  • Securing the confidentiality and security of the firm’s client documentation and information
  • Committing time to training and self-development
Skills and Qualifications
  • Excellent communication and administration skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and client care skills
  • Friendly, proactive and a positive attitude
  • Knowledge of dictation / BigHand preferred
  • Use of P4W case management system preferred but not essential as training will be provided
Benefits
  • Bonus schemes
  • Personal Health Cash Plan
  • 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus birthdays off
  • Enhanced sick pay
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
  • Paid study leave
  • Employee discounts
To ApplyIf you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.

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