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Legal Assistant - Central Southampton

1 month ago

£25000 yearly

Full-time

Southampton

Location: Central Southampton Salary: £25k Job type: Full-time, Permanent Start date: ASAP I am seeking a motivated and organised Legal Assistant to join a small friendly and professional team in Central Southampton. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent law graduate or someone looking to take the next step in their legal career. You’ll be providing essential administrative and client support to our solicitors, helping to ensure cases progress smoothly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Preparing and managing legal documents and correspondence Handling client enquiries via phone, email and in person Maintaining case files and accurate records Scheduling appointments, meetings and deadlines Supporting solicitors with research and case preparation Assisting with general administrative tasks as needed About You: My client are looking for someone who is: A recent law graduate or has prior legal/administrative experience Highly organised with great attention to detail A clear and confident communicator Able to manage multiple tasks under pressure Competent with Microsoft Office (and willing to learn legal software) Eager to learn, proactive and ready to grow within the firm Full training and ongoing support will be provided. Benefits: Competitive salary Supportive, friendly team environment Career development and progression opportunities Central Southampton location with excellent transport links Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced legal professionals How to apply: If you’ve recently graduated from law school and are ready to begin your legal career, submit your CV along with a covering letter telling me why you would be the perfect candidate for my client.