• Salary dependant on experience
• Respected and well-established law firm
• Supportive working environment
  A respected and well-established law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its busy Private Client team, working across its Bexleyheath and Petts Wood offices. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and a genuine interest in supporting clients through sensitive and important legal matters such as wills, probate, and estate planning.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational ability.
• Confident in managing a varied workload and meeting deadlines.
• Friendly and professional client service skills.
• A proactive, enthusiastic team player with a focus on quality.
• Strong IT proficiency and ability to learn new systems.
• Calm and empathetic approach, especially when dealing with sensitive client matters.
• Reliable, accountable, and eager to contribute to a collaborative team environment.

• Handle incoming and outgoing telephone calls professionally, including arranging appointments, liaising with third parties, and providing client updates.
• Open, maintain, and close electronic files in line with firm procedures.
• Prepare and send invoices accurately.
• Draft letters and legal documents under supervision.
• Record time spent on matters using the electronic case management system.
• Manage key dates and deadlines within the case management system.
• Maintain well-organised electronic files and carry out general administrative tasks (e.g., scanning, photocopying).
• Respond promptly to incoming calls as part of a shared telephone rota.
• Greet clients and assist with front-desk responsibilities when required.
• Provide ad hoc support to fee earners, including those in other departments, based on business needs.
• Comply with all internal policies and procedures.