Legal Assistant

About the company

Our client is an established legal company with offices across the UK, including Cardiff, Exeter and London. They are looking to appoint a Paralegal / Legal Assistant to join their team in Cardiff.

Your tasks

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and motivated individual to join a professional legal environment, providing essential administrative and paralegal support to the wider team.

The successful candidate will provide day-to-day legal and administrative support, helping to ensure that matters are handled efficiently and that clients receive a professional and responsive service.

• Providing administrative and paralegal support to solicitors and the wider legal team.
• Assisting with the preparation, formatting and management of legal documents.
• Maintaining accurate client files, records and case management systems.
• Managing incoming correspondence, emails and telephone enquiries.
• Liaising professionally with clients, solicitors and other relevant parties.
• Assisting with the preparation of files and documentation for meetings and appointments.
• Monitoring deadlines and ensuring that documentation is organised and up to date.
• Supporting the team with general administrative duties as required.
• Handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have

• Previous experience in a legal administration, paralegal or legal assistant role, although relevant transferable experience may also be considered.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A professional, proactive and flexible approach to work.
• Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and document management systems.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Other

Paralegal / Legal Assistant Location: Cardiff Salary: £26,000 per annum Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm