Legal Administrator in Leeds

We currently have an opportunity for a full time Legal Administrator to join the Personal Injury and Medical Negligence Department, based in our Leeds city centre office. The role is offered on a full time basis Monday – Friday 9am-5pm, however for the right candidate we could be flexible within standard office hours (9-5) for a minimum of 25 hours per week over 5 days.

We are looking for someone enthusiastic, hard-working, with a high attention to detail to join this friendly, dedicated team.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Key Duties

• Liaising with third parties and other firms of solicitors for general updates
• Key contact for liaison between internal departments
• Responsible for opening cases, file closures and archiving
• Liaising with third parties in obtaining medical records and other documentation relevant to the case
• Use and upload documents to the sharing platform of Egress or similar
• Precedent and standard letter management
• Assist with development of the department’s standard operating procedures
• General support of solicitors/fee‑earning staff
• Ad hoc audio/copy typing
• Maintaining a highly professional, efficient, confidential and friendly manner, ensuring a quality service to clients is always achieved

Experience

• Experience working within a busy, fast paced and professional team orientated environment.
• Microsoft Office proficiency is essential including excel spreadsheets.
• Great communication skills and an ability to work well with others.
• Ability to work under time constraints and prioritise work load.
• Able to handle sensitive matters discreetly.
• Good organisation skills with a methodical approach.
• Self‑motivated and proactive.
• Deliver excellent service to clients and colleagues.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Previous legal experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be given.

Salary will be competitive and dependent on experience, and the firm offers a benefits package, as well as realistic opportunities for development and progression.