Legal Assistant/caseworker Part-time: Monday to Thursday – 10 am to 4 pm Salary: £22,500 to £24,999 Term: Maternity cover/potential to stay on after. Job Description We are a boutique law firm specialising in debt recovery, landlord and tenant and dispute resolution. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced legal assistant/caseworker for maternity cover with potential to stay on after. You will be a friendly, hard-working, trustworthy, punctual, reliable, self-motivated, well-organised, tech-savvy, and ambitious legal assistant/caseworker to assist our firm's Principal Solicitor/Managing Director and run some undisputed cases independently. The candidate should be able to type and offer general secretarial administrative and paralegal support as and when required. The caseload will include debt recovery, landlord & tenant, and general dispute resolution. Role · Handling simple undisputed debt recovery and landlord & tenant cases under supervision. · Assisting with disputed cases as directed. · Diary & post management (including scanning incoming post, uploading to our case management system & taking post to the Post Office, handling petty cash). · Preparing pdf & hardcopy bundles and assisting to prepare for hearings/trials. · Legal research, gathering evidence, checking accuracy, checking enclosures and assisting to progress cases. · Drafting legal documents, e.g., s21/s8 notices, directions/PTR questionnaires, and cost schedules, and assisting in creating precedent workflows. · Typing dictations and collating relevant enclosures. · Assisting counsel at court hearings and trials by taking notes. · File opening, client verification & AML/POCA checks/searches. · Readying materials for trial proceedings including documents, evidence and verifying factual information. · Communicating with clients and fee earners with simple requests. Communicating with the court and opponents as instructed. · Drafting basic correspondence. · Reporting to manager/weekly meetings. · Time recording. · Working to strict deadlines. · Assisting with accounting and billing. · Monitoring and ordering stationery. · Article & blog writing. Other skills Excellent communication, administration and organisation skills. Good punctuation and grammar. Able to touch-type and good IT skills. Works well under pressure. Works well as part of a team and independently. Qualifications Maths & English GCSE or Equivalent. 2-3 A’Levels or Equivalent. Desirable Some experience in debt recovery, landlord & tenant, and dispute resolution gained within the legal industry in England and Wales and/or can demonstrate relevant qualifications achieved. Degree, minimum 2.2 or equivalent. NB: A fixed term contract for international students looking for work experience in the UK with valid work visas may also be considered.
Key Responsibilities: 1. Maintain and manage the director’s diary, including booking meetings, arranging client appointments, and scheduling compliance deadlines. 2. Handle day-to-day correspondence, including emails, post, supplier invoices, and legal notifications. 3. Maintain and update digital and physical filing systems for client records, compliance reports, and transaction receipts. 4. Draft, format, and proofread business documents including letters to authorities, account summaries, and internal memos. 5. Monitor and order office supplies, assist in minor procurement tasks, and liaise with external service providers and accountants. 6. Support the director with data entry tasks including stock updates, HMRC-related entries, and customer invoice generation. 7. Translate and communicate information when dealing with clients or suppliers who may not speak English fluently. Page 49 8. Carry out light financial administration tasks (e.g., collating receipts, compiling simple expenditure reports). Skills Required: 9. Proven ability to manage confidential information responsibly and sensitively. 10. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially in liaising with suppliers and clients from multicultural backgrounds. 11. Excellent command of written and spoken English for business and formal correspondence. 12. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), and basic knowledge of PDF handling and cloud-based storage (e.g., Google Drive). 13. Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, and manage tasks proactively. 14. Organised and meticulous with strong attention to detail—especially in preparing formal documents and regulatory paperwork. 15. Familiarity with light bookkeeping or basic invoicing practices is a plus. Education and Experience • Minimum: GCSEs (or overseas equivalent), including English and Mathematics. • At least 1 year of relevant industry experience as a secretary, administrative assistant, or in a similar office-based support role.
Looking for a bright , confident individual who has awareness of the Care sector or is willing to learn. THe position involves diary management of arranging meetings, following up on any leads where we can promote, market and sell services. This is a part time position and looking for an intern
Skills:- Highly Motivated Proactive - generate and qualify leads through various channels Managing own diary to complete viewings Maintaining regular contact with clients and applicants and recording all communication. Conduct property viewings and confidently guide potential tenants through the process Negotiate offers and rental agreements, ensuring the best outcomes for clients Customer focused approach Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build immediate rapport is essential Strong negotiator skills Computer literate Able to work as a team and independently Up to date on lettings legislation. Other requirements:- Eligibility to work in the UK Flexible approach to working hours, including ability to work in the evening for late viewings Full, Valid UK or EU Drivers Licence Must have own car for use Office based The Role:- Monday to Friday 9am – 6.30pm 20 days holiday increasing with each year of service (excluding bank holidays) Additional day off for your birthday Regular socials throughout the year Fun office environment Experience:- Lettings – 1 year (required) OTE: £35,000 - £40,000 Schedule: Monday – Friday and Saturdays every other week.