Legal Assistant Leeds, England
Job description
We are looking for Legal Assistant for our busy PI and Abuse Department based in Leeds.
We are looking for someone who can apply themselves to assist with a busy case load. Ramsdens are committed to the progression of our staff, and this is a fantastic opportunity to start a long term career with the firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting fee earners with case progression and helping them manage their caseloads by dealing with specific delegated tasks.
- Preparing Hearing and Trial bundles
- Drafting documents including instructions to counsel
- Dealing with new telephone enquiries.
- Dealing with correspondence and liaising directly with clients and third parties.
- 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.
- Ensuring compliance with quality control procedures for all matters within your control.
- Keeping abreast of changes in legislation and other regulatory aspects by attending training provided.
- Legal research
Personal Specifications
- Ability to prioritise work effectively and meet deadlines.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills.
- Ability to show empathy, be confident, patient and understanding
- Good communication skills - both oral and written.
- Some legal work experience is desirable
The successful candidate will enjoy a busy hands-on support role. You will be a conscientious, proactive and a thorough team player who takes pride in delivering quality work.
Salary will be competitive and dependent on experience, and the firm offers a benefits package, as well as realistic opportunities for development and progression.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Leeds, LS1 2RY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: https://www.irishrcloud.co.uk/recruit/application/apply.aspx?cid=3139-4112EDB5-FD0F-4DC5-9F12-9616CA0EC56E&VacancyID=24105-E15456CF-5BD9-4370-A640-963D70894CBF
