My client is looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join their busy Dispute Resolution department at a reputable and highly accredited firm in Hedge End. You will provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to the team.
Duties will include:
- Providing full administrative and secretarial support to Fee Earners.
- Handling incoming telephone calls in an efficient and courteous manner, dealing with queries where possible and passing on in a timely manner.
- Diary management for Fee Earners, including scheduling meetings and monitoring key dates.
- Using a case management system for client files.
- Using digital transcription system to create letters, emails and documents.
Desired skills and experience:
- At least 2 years experience as a legal Secretary/ Legal Assistant within the Dispute Resolution department.
- Excellent speed typing skills.
- IT literate Microsoft Word / Excel / Outlook / Digital Audio software / Case Management.
What they offer:
- Monday Friday 9am 5:30pm. This is full time office-based role.
- Salary depending on experience - £25,000+.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Extra paid day off for your Birthday each year.
- Employee Referral scheme
- Pension scheme 4%.
- Discounted legal fees.