Job Description
Job Title: Legal Assistant (Employment Law)
Location: Manchester
Overview: We working with a national Legal 500 ranked firm who are looking for a proactive and highly organised Legal Assistant to join their team in the Employment Law department. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced fee earners, providing essential support and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations. If you are detail-oriented, adaptable, and have experience in a legal environment, they would love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
1. Organise and prioritise workload in conjunction with fee earners on an ongoing basis.
2. Maintain fee earner diaries and manage day-to-day commitments.
3. Schedule telephone conference calls, video conferences, and book meeting rooms as required.
4. Prepare incoming and outgoing post, ensuring timely delivery and receipt.
5. Perform copy and audio typing to assist with case documentation.
6. Keep fee earners informed of any changes in workload, priorities, or circumstances.
7. Liaise with clients and take instructions under the supervision and direction of fee earners.
8. Assist with the preparation and completion of monthly bills.
9. Use precedents to draft and prepare documents as directed by fee earners.
10. Prepare forms and re...