At a Glance
- Tasks: Support our Public Law team with administrative tasks and client file management.
- Company: Join Bhatia Best, a leading law firm in the East Midlands.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience with training opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Other info: Full-time role with a Monday to Friday schedule and potential for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in human rights while developing your legal skills.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills; legal experience is a plus but not required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Bhatia Best are a leading firm based in the East Midlands who specialise in Criminal Defence, Family Law, Personal Injury, Public Law and Community Care. We have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Administrator to join our busy Public Law and Community Care (Human rights) department at our Nottingham office.
This position would suit a candidate with good administrative and secretarial skills and accounting background. Previous experience in a legal environment is preferred but not essential, and additional training will be offered. Excellent organisation skills and an ability to deal with voluminous work is essential.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting with file opening / closing in accordance with office procedures
- Reviewing client files to ensure compliance, particularly with regard to Legal Aid forms and Legal Aid funding eligibility criteria
- Chasing outstanding documents by preparing standard letters / emails
- Liaising with fee earners and secretaries
- Filing original documents on client files
- Assisting with processing invoices in accordance with office procedures
- Assisting with processing submissions to the Legal Aid Agency, including amendments
- Secretarial support as required
This is a full time, office-based position. Office hours are Monday to Friday 9 a.m to 5.30 p.m with 1 hour for lunch. Please include your salary expectations within your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Previous applicants need not apply. We invite candidates to inform us in advance about any reasonable adjustments that they may require to take part in the selection procedure and interviews.
Legal Administrator – Public Law & Community Care Judicial Review Department – Nottingham employer: Bhatia Best Limited
Bhatia Best is an exceptional employer located in Nottingham, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises employee development and client satisfaction. With a focus on personal injury law, our firm provides opportunities for solicitors to manage diverse and challenging cases while benefiting from a friendly team environment and a commitment to professional growth. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients while advancing your career in a thriving legal practice.
