Legal Administrator

at  Jennifer Griffiths Recruitment and Training Ltd

OVERVIEW

Our Client a leading Law firm specialist are seeking to appoint a highly organised and ambitious Legal Administrator to join their professional team based in Bridgend. This is a permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

Responsibilities of the Legal Administrator :

• Opening mail and allocating to appropriate fee earner
• Audio typing, letters, memorandums and emails as requested
• Answering the telephone and taking messages where appropriate
• Establishing a rapport with, and satisfying the requirements of the clients where appropriate
• To provide assistance to staff as when required

REQUIREMENTS:

• Use office equipment and software properly including the use and protection of passwords
• Maintain cleanliness in the work place and efficient work place organisation
• Ensure client confidentiality at all times

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent communication and people handling skills
• Self-motivated and with a passion for client care
• Computer literacy MS Word, Outlook Excel Database
• Organisational ability and time management
• Knowledge of LEAP case Management system would be beneficial but not essential as training will be provided
• A proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making capabilities.
• Audio Typing is essential for this vacancy.
  If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as a Legal Administrator and have legal administration experience or a desire and transferable skill set to work within a legal environment , then apply now!
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: £21,840.00-£24,570.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In perso

PURPOSE/JOB OBJECTIVES OF THE LEGAL ADMINISTRATOR:

• To ensure efficient processing of work within agreed priorities
• To help the firm achieve its targets
• To help the firm maintain high levels of quality and to achieve LEXCEL and maintain it
• To assist in the smooth running of the practice

MAIN DUTIES OF THE LEGAL ADMINISTRATOR:

• Dealing with telephone calls and messages
• File opening
• Photocopying and scanning if required
• Monitoring key dates, diaries and managing appointments.
• Arranging meetings and contacting service providers as required
• Dealing personally with clients when they initially attend at the office and on the telephone

OTHER DUTIES:

• Provide cover for other administrators/secretaries as required

Responsibilities of the Legal Administrator :

• Opening mail and allocating to appropriate fee earner
• Audio typing, letters, memorandums and emails as requested
• Answering the telephone and taking messages where appropriate
• Establishing a rapport with, and satisfying the requirements of the clients where appropriate
• To provide assistance to staff as when require