Legal Assistant [Bolton]

Legal Assistant

Hourly Rate: £13.77 Location: BL1, Bolton Job Type: Full-time, Temporary Contract, Hybrid

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our team on a temporary basis. This role involves a variety of general legal tasks and provides an excellent opportunity for individuals with a legal background to apply their skills in a dynamic environment.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage court timetables efficiently to ensure smooth legal proceedings.
• Minute legal meetings accurately and prepare for subsequent legal actions.
• Arrange meetings and court cover, ensuring all parties are well-informed and prepared.
• Prepare legal bundles and assist with some drafting and instructions to counsel/experts as required.
• Perform a range of other legal assistant duties as needed to support the manager and the legal team.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A law degree or equivalent legal qualification is preferred.
• Experience in a legal setting is advantageous.
• Strong evidence of transferable skills will also be considered.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Benefits:

• Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support.
• Secure, user-friendly online system for timesheet management.
• Self-service portal for holiday requests, payslips, and employment documents.
• Access to free training, discount clubs, healthcare options, and reward schemes.
• Inclusion in pension schemes, paid holiday arrangements, and maternity benefits.
• Opportunities to work with a range of leading UK employers across the public and private sectors.

Please apply with an up-to-date CV now!