Legal Assistant – Private Client

Job title:

Legal Assistant – Private Client

Company

Browns Recruitment Consultancy

Job description

Legal Assistant – Private ClientBased in Lewes, East SussexSalary range: £23,000-£27,000Our well-regarded client is currently seeking a Legal Assistant to join their friendly Private Client team, based at their Lewes office.The Role:We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join this team to carry out:· Processing audio dictation using BigHand.· Amending documents from manuscript and copy typing of documents· File opening and closing.· Drafting routine correspondence including client engagement letters· Making and taking calls in a professional manner· Diary management· Liaising with clients and other third parties· Preparing bills, management of payments, receipts and transfers, dealing with arising queries and issues· Create and maintain database Will, EPA and LPA records.· Handling of original Wills/Powers of Attorney· Maintain Trust permanent folder.· Land Registry and Companies House searches.· File archiving.Skills needed:The successful candidate will have:· Previous experience of working as a Secretary (experience in a legal environment would be an advantage, although secretarial skills gained in another industry could be transferable)· fast, accurate typing skills, including audio typing.· excellent attention to detail· the ability to follow procedural and legal protocol.· a methodical approach and good time management· excellent IT skills· good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.· positivity and adaptability· a high standard of written and spoken English.Benefits:To help you develop yourself and your role, we offer a friendly working environment with opportunities for training and development to help you strengthen your skills and expertise.We have a strong focus on wellbeing and provide you with excellent support and resources. Our friendly, welcoming team regularly organise social events to keep us connected.The salary for the position is £20,000 to £27,000 depending on experience. We offer a very competitive benefits package including discount vouchers, cashplan offering money towards medical and health treatments, virtual GP service and fitness and nutrition health checks.

Expected salary

£23000 – 27000 per year

Location

Brighton

Job date

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 03:41:29 GMT

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