Legal Advisor – Personal Injury
Location: Cirencester
Redkite Solicitors prides itself on being able to offer a broad range of legal services that meet the diverse needs of its clients. Our firm has been providing legal advice to individuals, families, and businesses in our communities since 1898 and we are here for our clients every step of the way. We are a forward-looking, ever-expanding firm and are proud to be an employer of choice for over 250 staff members.
An interesting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Advisor to join us in our Cirencester office, supporting the Personal Injury department on a permanent basis. The Legal Advisor will work closely with colleagues within the Personal Injury team to support the day-to-day running of matters effectively and efficiently, improving client service and compliance where possible.
Key Duties:
1. Responsible for carrying out a junior fee-earning role, managing workload self-sufficiently and contributing towards individual and team targets.
2. Supports Solicitors with the organisation and prioritisation of their matters, improving client service and case progression where necessary.
3. Role responsibilities may include assisting with the preparation of letters, conducting legal research, maintaining & updating the case management system as well as other online portals, and liaising with clients.
4. Supports the department by taking new enquiries, sometimes meeting with clients to take initial instructions.
5. Other tasks include obtaining medical records, preparing court bundles, and taking witness statements.
Person Specification:
1. Experience in Personal Injury is desired but not essential.
2. Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and varied workload.
3. Strong IT skills, with the ability to use the full Microsoft Office Suite.
4. Highly motivated, proactive, and resourceful in approach.
5. Ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced business.
6. Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail.
7. A team player who demonstrates exceptional customer service and client care.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Bereavement leave
* Company events
* Company pension
* Gym membership
* Sick pay
* Work from home
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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