At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist lawyers, manage diaries, and communicate with clients in a dynamic legal environment.
- Company: Ellis Jones, a progressive legal practice with a fun and supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 31 days holiday, gym membership options, and extra pension contributions.
- Other info: Great opportunities for career growth in a vibrant office.
- Why this job: Join a top-ranked team and develop your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Excellent communication, organisational skills, and knowledge of Word and Excel.
The predicted salary is between 21752 - 26586 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant within our Wills, Trusts & Probate department. This role is a full time role working out of our Swanage office.
You will be working within a dynamic environment that has a fun and supportive culture. We strive to provide a high quality service to our clients and to continuously develop.
Carla Brown is the head of the Wills, Trusts & Probate team and is ranked in Band 1 in the Chambers & Partners High Net Worth Guide (Southampton and Surrounds 2026) for Private Wealth Law.
Ellis Jones is a progressive and expanding legal practice with over 165 staff and 8 offices. Our culture supports and encourages your career development.
Main Responsibilities as a Legal Assistant
- Provide professional assistance to one lawyer
- Manage diaries and book appointments
- Take initial enquiries and allocate them appropriately within the department
- Assist in communication with clients, taking telephone calls and accurately recording messages and providing assistance wherever possible
- Use of Practice Evolve case management system
- Open and close files
- Storage and retrieval of documents
- To provide some audio typing using Big Hand
- Provide such general secretarial/administrative activities as are required
- Excellent communication skills, both internally and externally
- Impeccable organisational and prioritisation skills
- Good knowledge of Word and Excel
We offer a competitive salary.
The firm rewards staff and continually reviews staff benefits. The current benefits include:
- above average holiday (31 days inc. bank holidays)
- an option of a gym membership
- extra pension contributions
- extra holiday
- a Healthcare Cashback Scheme
At Ellis Jones we are proud of our values and culture.
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Legal Assistant in Swanage employer: Ellis Jones Solicitors LLP
Ellis Jones is an exceptional employer located in Bournemouth, offering a vibrant and supportive work culture that prioritises career development and personal growth. With a strong emphasis on employee well-being, the firm provides generous benefits such as 31 days of holiday, flexible working options, and opportunities for skill enhancement in leadership and management. Joining our dynamic team means being part of one of the largest litigation departments in the South West, where your contributions are valued and rewarded.
Contact Details:
Ellis Jones Solicitors LLP Recruitment Team
