Legal Assistant
Huddersfield
£25,000 Do you have an interest in Law and are looking to start your career? A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join an established award-winning injury claims specialists based in Huddersfield, as my client is looking to expand their team and are recruiting for a Legal Assistant. This role is ideal for someone looking to take their first step into the legal sector - whether you're a recent law graduate, have studied law, have experience in claims or have worked within customer service, or are simply looking to build a long-term career within personal injury law. You'll gain valuable experience working within a legal environment, developing your understanding of the
personal injury claims process, client interaction, claim assessment and legal protocols , while working alongside experienced Fee Earners. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is ambitious, motivated and keen to develop their career within law. What will you be doing? Handling new claim enquiries from clients via telephone Conducting inbound and outbound calls with prospective and existing clients Gathering accurate information about the client and their potential claim Assessing the potential merits and viability of claims Identifying the most appropriate protocol and process to begin a claim Accurately recording and updating client and claim information on the case management system Communicating with clients professionally and empathetically throughout the initial stages of their claim Providing an excellent level of client service Supporting Fee Earners with a variety of tasks Developing your knowledge and understanding of personal injury law and claims processes What are we looking for? A genuine interest in
law and developing a career within the legal sector A law degree, legal studies qualification or previous experience within claims/legal services would be advantageous, but is
not essential Minimum of 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English Excellent verbal and written communication skills Confidence speaking with clients over the telephone Strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately record information The ability to work in a fast-paced, client-focused environment A professional, empathetic and positive approach Previous personal injury or claims experience is desirable, but
full training will be provided Why apply? This is more than just a claims role it's an opportunity to
get your foot in the door of a personal injury law firm , gain hands on experience and develop the skills and knowledge needed to progress your legal career. If you're a
law graduate, aspiring legal professional or someone looking to make the move into law , we'd love to hear from you. Apply ASAP to take the next step towards your career in law.
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