Legal Assistant - Private Client

Our client, a very reputable firm are looking to appoint a Legal Assistant based in Burton on Trent. You will be tasked with providing secretarial support and assistance. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced assistant to play a key role in assisting our client of expert legal personnel within a friendly and supportive team environment. To be considered for the role, you''ll require the following essentials: Experience of working within the Legal Sector as a Legal Assistant Experience of working within a Private Client Department Knowledge of MS Office and Case Management Systems Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal Strong organisational skills High attention to detail Within this position, you''ll also be: Audio and copy typing, emailing, photocopying, filing of letters, emails and documents Completing forms and drafting documents Assisting with the preparation of court bundles Opening and closing of client files Running, managing and maintaining files on a case management system and following file procedures Speaking to clients and professional contacts, personally and by telephone, answering queries, giving information and making appointments Handling initial client enquiries Arranging of appointments and managing fee earners diaries Attending team meetings as required Covering reception as required Salary and Working Hours Salary is £24,000 - £27,000 per annum, dependant on experience Working Hours are Monday - Friday, ..... full job details .....