Legal Assistant

Southampton, Hampshire

Permanent, full time

Salary – Very competitive, depending on experience

“Celebrating 200 years of business”

Our client, Footner & Ewing LLP, are a well-respected firm of solicitors in Hampshire - they pride themselves on providing a personal, caring service to private clients and businesses alike. They believe that clients should be provided with a clear explanation of the options available, and their work on clients’ behalf is undertaken quickly and efficiently. They use the latest technology to enhance, not replace the personal service that is their hallmark and are proud that over the years, they have acted for succeeding generations of the same families.

They are now looking for an experienced and dynamic Legal Assistant to join their team in Southampton City Centre. You will provide administrative support to the team, clients and associates.

Legal Assistant, the role:

• Assisting fee earner with private client work such as wills, trusts, probate, powers of attorney and some conveyancing work
• Taking client’s details and initial fact find
• Providing client with 'Client Care' information and Terms of Business
• Going through papers and noting investments and over/underpayments
• Using digital dictation and arranging appointments
• Getting monies in and paying outstanding accounts
• Corresponding with all interested parties
• Liaising with clients and third parties
• Covering for members of the team during holiday, sickness and other absence

Legal Assistant, the person:

• Previous experience within a law firm would be beneficial but not essential – candidates with a strong administration or secretarial background in another discipline will also be considered
• Strong client relationship skills
• Excellent telephone manner
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Outstanding communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Organised and self-motivated
• Typing skills
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office programs

Legal Assistant, the benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• 25 days of Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• Great company culture
• Opportunity to join a proactive and supportive team
• Long term permanent employment relationship
• Onsite parking

Pure Human Resources Limited works in partnership with Footner & Ewing LLP in providing Recruitment support. No applications from agencies please.