Residential Conveyancing Legal Assistant
9 hours ago
Richmond
Legal Assistant Are you a proactive and self-motivated individual with a strong track record in providing high-quality secretarial and administrative support? If so, wed love to hear from you. This is an office-based role with the option to work one day from home after completing your training period. Youll be working Monday to Friday, 9:00am5:00pm, with a one-hour lunch break. Free on-site parking is available. What we offer: • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Your birthday off and no guilt about taking your leave, • Death in service scheme for added peace of mind, • Healthcare cash plan to support your wellbeing, • Wellness group initiatives, because mental health matters Key responsibilities: • Typing and proofreading correspondence and legal documents, • Opening, closing, filing, storing, and retrieving client files in line with procedures, • Preparing and sending mail, ensuring correct enclosures, • Supporting copying and document production tasks, • Managing the Legal Advisers diary, meetings, and appointments, • Providing support to the wider secretarial team, • Assisting clients professionally, both in person and over the phone, • Handling incoming calls promptly and relaying messages accurately, • Participating in ongoing training and development, • Maintaining strict confidentiality of all client and firm information What were looking for: • Previous experience in a similar role is essential, • RSA Level 2 in typing (or equivalent), with experience in audio and copy typing, • Proficiency in MS Word and Outlook, with experience using digital dictation and case management systems (Proclaim knowledge is desirable), • Excellent client service skills with a calm, empathetic approach, • Strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, • Confident communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to work independently using initiative, with minimal supervision COG LTD is acting as an Employment Agency. JTRA1_UKTJ