My client is looking for an outstanding Legal Assistant to join their private client team in either Walton-on-Thames, Surrey.

You will provide support to their private client team, and when necessary to lawyers in the firm’s other teams. The support will include contact with clients, typing, file management, diary management, telephone cover, invoicing and general office duties.

Responsibilities.

• You will provide legal and administrative support to their private client team
• Assisting in the management of a caseload of private client matters including wills, probate, trusts, lasting powers of attorney and Court of Protection work
• Drafting legal documents such as Lasting Powers of Attorney and correspondence
• Liaising with clients in person, by telephone and correspondence, taking enquiries, making appointments
• Managing client files and ensuring they are up-to-date and accurate
• Providing general administrative support to the team

Skills and experience required.

• A minimum of six months of experience as a private client paralegal or administrator
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Highly motivated, proactive individual with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work efficiently under pressure
• Proactive and able to use initiative to solve problems
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills and have an excellent telephone manner
• Experience of case management systems and digital dictation
• A genuine interest in private client law and a desire to develop your skills in this area

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited.
 
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