Job Title: Employers' Liability PA Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : £27,000 to £30,000 per annum, dependent on experience Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. The Role: Our Employers' Liability team are currently looking for a Personal Assistant to support a Partner within the well established department. The ideal candidate must have strong legal secretarial experience within personal injury. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, and a strong command of English spelling, punctuation and grammar are both essential. An audio typing speed of 65+ wpm is a distinct advantage. The PA is expected to be pro-active and to use a high degree of self-management and initiative. Responsibilities: To prepare correspondence and documents through audiotyping and word processing. To administer daily digital filing and the opening, closing, storage and retrieval of client files. To prepare correspondence and enclosures for despatch if required. To make appointments, arrange meetings and manage diaries To provide support to other secretaries and the administration team as required. To attend to clients both in person and on the telephone to provide support in a professional and friendly manner, in keeping with the firm's standards for client care. To undertake any specific training as and when required. To ensure the confidentiality of all clients' documentation and information. Help us live our service promise and deliver excellent levels of client care. Person Specification: Demonstrable legal secretarial experience IT literate Strong comprehension of English spelling, punctuation and grammar Acute attention to detail Excellent word processing and audio typing skills Exceptional customer service skills, including a professional and friendly telephone manner. Experience of working in a Personal Injury law firm, or civil litigation firm is advantageous Previous experience of working in a fast paced environment Prior exposure to Proclaim case management system is desirable Audio typing speed of 65+ words per minute Previous experience of working with court forms and creating pleadings Use of digital dictation, ideally Diktamen would be beneficial Salary & Hours: Salary of £27,000 to £30,000, dependent on experience Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, PA, Legal Typist, Typist, Legal PA, Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Office Support, Legal Assistant, Legal Business Support, Fee Earner Support, Customer Service Administrator, Customer Service, Administrator may also be considered for this role.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Employers' Liability PA Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : £27,000 to £30,000 per annum, dependent on experience Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. The Role: Our Employers' Liability team are currently looking for a Personal Assistant to support a Partner within the well established department. The ideal candidate must have strong legal secretarial experience within personal injury. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, and a strong command of English spelling, punctuation and grammar are both essential. An audio typing speed of 65+ wpm is a distinct advantage. The PA is expected to be pro-active and to use a high degree of self-management and initiative. Responsibilities: To prepare correspondence and documents through audiotyping and word processing. To administer daily digital filing and the opening, closing, storage and retrieval of client files. To prepare correspondence and enclosures for despatch if required. To make appointments, arrange meetings and manage diaries To provide support to other secretaries and the administration team as required. To attend to clients both in person and on the telephone to provide support in a professional and friendly manner, in keeping with the firm's standards for client care. To undertake any specific training as and when required. To ensure the confidentiality of all clients' documentation and information. Help us live our service promise and deliver excellent levels of client care. Person Specification: Demonstrable legal secretarial experience IT literate Strong comprehension of English spelling, punctuation and grammar Acute attention to detail Excellent word processing and audio typing skills Exceptional customer service skills, including a professional and friendly telephone manner. Experience of working in a Personal Injury law firm, or civil litigation firm is advantageous Previous experience of working in a fast paced environment Prior exposure to Proclaim case management system is desirable Audio typing speed of 65+ words per minute Previous experience of working with court forms and creating pleadings Use of digital dictation, ideally Diktamen would be beneficial Salary & Hours: Salary of £27,000 to £30,000, dependent on experience Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, PA, Legal Typist, Typist, Legal PA, Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Office Support, Legal Assistant, Legal Business Support, Fee Earner Support, Customer Service Administrator, Customer Service, Administrator may also be considered for this role.
The Role We're recruiting for a Legal Assistant to join our Clinical Negligence team in Bristol on a permanent basis. As a Legal Assistant you will provide efficient and effective administrative support to the Clin Neg team - enabling the team to function effectively and achieve its objectives. Key Responsibilities Personalised Client Service Manage an administrative workload under the guidance of fee earners. Provide administrative support to fee earners including file-opening, telephone management, document production (incl. audio-typing, managing voice recognition procedures and outsourcing providers), filing/ archiving, photocopying, email management, online portal management and dealing with post. Draft documents and bills, under supervision, using appropriate precedents and templates to accurately reflect fee earner instructions. Undertake basic legal processes, under supervision, such as assisting to process cases through portals, obtaining relevant documentation, arranging case meetings, arranging funding, liaising with the court, completing relevant forms and processing monies. Correspond with clients as required through telephone, email, letter and face to face. Provide excellent client service at all times. Learn firm policies and business processes, ensuring compliance particularly with regards to confidentiality, security data protection and file retention and destruction requirements. Check to ensure all work complies with risk management policies and procedures, in particular concerning file opening processes and anti-money laundering. Audit files with the department to ensure files comply with risk management policies and procedures. Deal with new enquiries for the department, if others in the team are unavailable. Sustainable Growth Provide administrative support for business development and marketing activities including booking facilities and refreshments, booking specialist, preparing presentation materials and associated marketing documentation. Update the CRM system to input data and manage the client information through the system including adding contact details, referrals and new clients. Act as a super user for the system. Support fee-earners by acting as a point of contact for 3rd parties (such as agents, referrers, experts and other solicitors), responding to enquiries and building a good rapport. Act as an ambassador for the firm at all times. Dynamic Culture Build relationships with the team and clients based on trust. Work closely with members of the team to ensure work is done to the best it can be. Be open to and look for new ways of working. Coordinate team activities such as meetings, training or social activities. Financial & Operational Excellence Time record for all work where possible. Make effective use of the relevant firm IT systems, working efficiently and streamlining processes where possible. Input into procedural changes, making suggestions for improvement and efficiencies. Take ownership of small projects where appropriate. Skill, Experience, and Attributes Previous experience within a Legal Assistant or Administrative role (desirable). Excellent organisation capability with the ability to effectively prioritise (essential). Solid understanding of Microsoft Office suite and other relevant IT platforms (essential). Strong written communication skills (essential). Demonstrate a good understanding of client relationship management (essential). About us At RWK Goodman, you can enjoy a strong legal career, with exceptional client work. And you ll be supported, every step of the way. A progressive Top 100 law firm, over 650 colleagues. 36 specialist areas. 3 legal divisions. With offices across the South West, Thames Valley and London. Committed to collaborative growth and shared success, we re focused on delivering sustained positive change. Because we want to make a lasting difference to the world around us and achieve our vision of being the firm what clients want to work with and people want to work for. Benefits Some benefits will differ depending on the level of role. Please reach out to the Recruitment team for further clarification. 26.5 31.5 days holiday per year Buying and selling holiday Healthcare cash plan / private medical insurance Life assurance Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Discretionary profit and performance-related bonus Hybrid working Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced family leave Recruitment referral bonus Group income protection Salary reviewed regularly Career Development We know our people are what sets us apart. That s why we continue to nurture and develop our colleagues and attract and retain the best talent. We support colleagues with a robust programme of learning and development opportunities, underpinned by our transparent Career Development Framework (CDF), which shows exactly what you need to achieve to grow your career with us. From mentoring initiatives, through to personal development programmes and courses, we are proud to offer a suite of opportunities to drive your career and achieve your ambitions. Inclusive Employer We re on a mission to create a dynamic and inclusive culture. And that starts with our recruitment process. If you have a disability, whether visible or not, we want to work with you every step of the way. Because we want to give you the best chance of success when you apply. If you need any reasonable adjustments to accommodate your disability, such as extra time on written assessments, an accessible interview room or a quiet space before and after the interview, please speak to our Recruitment Team so that we can work together to help bring your best self.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
The Role We're recruiting for a Legal Assistant to join our Clinical Negligence team in Bristol on a permanent basis. As a Legal Assistant you will provide efficient and effective administrative support to the Clin Neg team - enabling the team to function effectively and achieve its objectives. Key Responsibilities Personalised Client Service Manage an administrative workload under the guidance of fee earners. Provide administrative support to fee earners including file-opening, telephone management, document production (incl. audio-typing, managing voice recognition procedures and outsourcing providers), filing/ archiving, photocopying, email management, online portal management and dealing with post. Draft documents and bills, under supervision, using appropriate precedents and templates to accurately reflect fee earner instructions. Undertake basic legal processes, under supervision, such as assisting to process cases through portals, obtaining relevant documentation, arranging case meetings, arranging funding, liaising with the court, completing relevant forms and processing monies. Correspond with clients as required through telephone, email, letter and face to face. Provide excellent client service at all times. Learn firm policies and business processes, ensuring compliance particularly with regards to confidentiality, security data protection and file retention and destruction requirements. Check to ensure all work complies with risk management policies and procedures, in particular concerning file opening processes and anti-money laundering. Audit files with the department to ensure files comply with risk management policies and procedures. Deal with new enquiries for the department, if others in the team are unavailable. Sustainable Growth Provide administrative support for business development and marketing activities including booking facilities and refreshments, booking specialist, preparing presentation materials and associated marketing documentation. Update the CRM system to input data and manage the client information through the system including adding contact details, referrals and new clients. Act as a super user for the system. Support fee-earners by acting as a point of contact for 3rd parties (such as agents, referrers, experts and other solicitors), responding to enquiries and building a good rapport. Act as an ambassador for the firm at all times. Dynamic Culture Build relationships with the team and clients based on trust. Work closely with members of the team to ensure work is done to the best it can be. Be open to and look for new ways of working. Coordinate team activities such as meetings, training or social activities. Financial & Operational Excellence Time record for all work where possible. Make effective use of the relevant firm IT systems, working efficiently and streamlining processes where possible. Input into procedural changes, making suggestions for improvement and efficiencies. Take ownership of small projects where appropriate. Skill, Experience, and Attributes Previous experience within a Legal Assistant or Administrative role (desirable). Excellent organisation capability with the ability to effectively prioritise (essential). Solid understanding of Microsoft Office suite and other relevant IT platforms (essential). Strong written communication skills (essential). Demonstrate a good understanding of client relationship management (essential). About us At RWK Goodman, you can enjoy a strong legal career, with exceptional client work. And you ll be supported, every step of the way. A progressive Top 100 law firm, over 650 colleagues. 36 specialist areas. 3 legal divisions. With offices across the South West, Thames Valley and London. Committed to collaborative growth and shared success, we re focused on delivering sustained positive change. Because we want to make a lasting difference to the world around us and achieve our vision of being the firm what clients want to work with and people want to work for. Benefits Some benefits will differ depending on the level of role. Please reach out to the Recruitment team for further clarification. 26.5 31.5 days holiday per year Buying and selling holiday Healthcare cash plan / private medical insurance Life assurance Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Discretionary profit and performance-related bonus Hybrid working Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced family leave Recruitment referral bonus Group income protection Salary reviewed regularly Career Development We know our people are what sets us apart. That s why we continue to nurture and develop our colleagues and attract and retain the best talent. We support colleagues with a robust programme of learning and development opportunities, underpinned by our transparent Career Development Framework (CDF), which shows exactly what you need to achieve to grow your career with us. From mentoring initiatives, through to personal development programmes and courses, we are proud to offer a suite of opportunities to drive your career and achieve your ambitions. Inclusive Employer We re on a mission to create a dynamic and inclusive culture. And that starts with our recruitment process. If you have a disability, whether visible or not, we want to work with you every step of the way. Because we want to give you the best chance of success when you apply. If you need any reasonable adjustments to accommodate your disability, such as extra time on written assessments, an accessible interview room or a quiet space before and after the interview, please speak to our Recruitment Team so that we can work together to help bring your best self.
Job Title: Finance, Law & Business Graduate Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : We offer a Salary of £28,500 per annum, as well as a monthly commission of £200 if targets are achieved Job type: Full time, Permanent Start Date: Monday 8th June 2026 Would you like to try something new and take your career in a new direction? We welcome graduates from Business and related fields who are eager to consider a new career in Law. About The Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business / Finance graduates to join our legal team as a Costs Litigation Assistant. Don't worry you don't need to have experience in law! We believe that your Business Management degree experience will give you a great foundation to build on. We provide full training on all aspects of the role. You'll have access to structured training from your Line Manager, mentorship from experienced colleagues, and ongoing support from your work Buddy. You will get involved in: Preparation of costs schedules for trial. Counting and drafting breakdowns of costs at case conclusion, to assist with recovery of costs from between the parties to litigation and to assist with calculating client charges. Liaising with service providers to our clients such as barristers to ascertain final fees and fee estimates. Preparation of risk assessments. Making telephone calls to progress cases in terms of costs negotiations and payments on account of cost. Assisting with the preparation of cost budgets. Reviewing the work done for the client and preparing chronologies and descriptions of the steps taken. We have a cohort of Costs Litigation Assistants starting on Monday 8th June 2026. If you are available to start full time from then, we would love to hear from you. We set you up to succeed: We provide full training through our Costs Training Programme on all aspects of the role. A Costs Litigation Assistant works with the costs team and solicitors to manage the financial side of legal cases. This includes preparing, checking and negotiating costs, bills and schedules (which are lists of expenses). They also help make sure the firm recovers the money it's owed. Training will be given in new starter groups and one to one at your desk (both in person and over MS Teams). We are committed to providing our employees with the guidance and resources they need to succeed in their roles and advance their careers. We deliver on progression: This role has great career progression routes such as: Trainee Costs Draftsperson: A tailored in-house training programme rotating throughout the three different costs roles (file handling, technical bill drafting and budgeting) Trainee ACL lawyer, which is a formal qualification from the Association of Cost Lawyers for those who haven't completed a law degree. Solicitors Training Contract to qualify as a Solicitor for those who have completed a law degree. What are we looking for? A degree such as Business / Finance or other similar degree. GCSE Maths & English at C grade or above. Excellent written and oral communication skills. The ability to produce work that is highly accurate with excellent attention to detail. The ability to assess and analyse both numerical and written information. Be highly motivated, with the ability to work under pressure. The ability to work under your own initiative. Have a working knowledge of IT systems like Microsoft Office packages. About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. We work hard and play hard: Law has always been seen as a challenging profession. Express Solicitors expect you to work hard for our clients. But we also love to have fun, with regular department socials, yearly Christmas parties (paid for by the business) and every other year a Summer social at the CEO's house paid for by James, himself. We are also have lots of other regular activities, with weekly football and netball games, a running club and a board game night. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 4/1 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Finance Graduate, Business Graduate, Economics Graduate, Cost Litigation Executive, Cost Litigation Administrator, Legal Administrators, Legal Assistant, Legal Cost Analysis may also be considered for this role.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Finance, Law & Business Graduate Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : We offer a Salary of £28,500 per annum, as well as a monthly commission of £200 if targets are achieved Job type: Full time, Permanent Start Date: Monday 8th June 2026 Would you like to try something new and take your career in a new direction? We welcome graduates from Business and related fields who are eager to consider a new career in Law. About The Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business / Finance graduates to join our legal team as a Costs Litigation Assistant. Don't worry you don't need to have experience in law! We believe that your Business Management degree experience will give you a great foundation to build on. We provide full training on all aspects of the role. You'll have access to structured training from your Line Manager, mentorship from experienced colleagues, and ongoing support from your work Buddy. You will get involved in: Preparation of costs schedules for trial. Counting and drafting breakdowns of costs at case conclusion, to assist with recovery of costs from between the parties to litigation and to assist with calculating client charges. Liaising with service providers to our clients such as barristers to ascertain final fees and fee estimates. Preparation of risk assessments. Making telephone calls to progress cases in terms of costs negotiations and payments on account of cost. Assisting with the preparation of cost budgets. Reviewing the work done for the client and preparing chronologies and descriptions of the steps taken. We have a cohort of Costs Litigation Assistants starting on Monday 8th June 2026. If you are available to start full time from then, we would love to hear from you. We set you up to succeed: We provide full training through our Costs Training Programme on all aspects of the role. A Costs Litigation Assistant works with the costs team and solicitors to manage the financial side of legal cases. This includes preparing, checking and negotiating costs, bills and schedules (which are lists of expenses). They also help make sure the firm recovers the money it's owed. Training will be given in new starter groups and one to one at your desk (both in person and over MS Teams). We are committed to providing our employees with the guidance and resources they need to succeed in their roles and advance their careers. We deliver on progression: This role has great career progression routes such as: Trainee Costs Draftsperson: A tailored in-house training programme rotating throughout the three different costs roles (file handling, technical bill drafting and budgeting) Trainee ACL lawyer, which is a formal qualification from the Association of Cost Lawyers for those who haven't completed a law degree. Solicitors Training Contract to qualify as a Solicitor for those who have completed a law degree. What are we looking for? A degree such as Business / Finance or other similar degree. GCSE Maths & English at C grade or above. Excellent written and oral communication skills. The ability to produce work that is highly accurate with excellent attention to detail. The ability to assess and analyse both numerical and written information. Be highly motivated, with the ability to work under pressure. The ability to work under your own initiative. Have a working knowledge of IT systems like Microsoft Office packages. About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. We work hard and play hard: Law has always been seen as a challenging profession. Express Solicitors expect you to work hard for our clients. But we also love to have fun, with regular department socials, yearly Christmas parties (paid for by the business) and every other year a Summer social at the CEO's house paid for by James, himself. We are also have lots of other regular activities, with weekly football and netball games, a running club and a board game night. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 4/1 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Finance Graduate, Business Graduate, Economics Graduate, Cost Litigation Executive, Cost Litigation Administrator, Legal Administrators, Legal Assistant, Legal Cost Analysis may also be considered for this role.
