Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant

Full-Time 27000 - 28000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Dean Wilson LLP

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Provide top-notch admin support in a fast-paced legal environment.
  • Company: Dynamic legal firm with a friendly and organised culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, private medical plan, life insurance, and a dog-friendly office.
  • Other info: Enjoy social activities, sports teams, and a great work-life balance.
  • Why this job: Join a supportive team and gain valuable experience in the legal sector.
  • Qualifications: Previous legal experience preferred but a willingness to learn is key.

The predicted salary is between 27000 - 28000 £ per year.

Salary: £27,000 to £28,000 per annum (depending on experience)

We’re looking for someone who is friendly, organised and will provide high quality administrative and secretarial support within a fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage a busy workload and meet deadlines. They should have confidence using Word, Excel and a legal case management system.

Responsibilities

  • Opening files and maintaining the client database, including AML compliance
  • Confident managing emails and speaking to clients on the telephone
  • Monitoring deadlines to ensure timely task completion
  • Client onboarding and risk assessments
  • Using the Land Registry portal to obtain documents and submit applications
  • Assisting with completions and arranging payments
  • Billing and invoicing support
  • Digital audio typing and document production
  • Arranging meetings and managing diaries
  • Scanning, post handling and general administration

About You

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in the legal sector, preferably within property law. This person should be confident with general admin, comfortable keeping things tidy and running smoothly, and able to open new files and handle day to day tasks without fuss. They would also need to be happy picking up the phone speaking to clients and third parties to answer their enquiries/pass on messages. They don’t need loads of legal experience, but they should be willing to learn, ask questions, take initiative and get stuck in.

What We Offer

  • Private medical cash plan
  • Life insurance
  • Company pension
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
  • Working hours of 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday
  • Social activities and sports teams
  • Dog-friendly office days

Legal Assistant employer: Dean Wilson LLP

Join a dynamic legal team where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is encouraged. With a friendly work culture, competitive salary, and benefits like a private medical cash plan and enhanced parental leave, this role as a Legal Assistant offers a supportive environment in which to thrive. Located in a vibrant area, you'll enjoy social activities and a dog-friendly office, making it an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.

Dean Wilson LLP

Contact Details:

Dean Wilson LLP Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Legal Assistant

Attention to Detail
Organisational Skills
Administrative Support
Secretarial Support
Word Processing
Excel Proficiency
Legal Case Management System