Legal Administrator - Private Client
£25,000 - £30,000 (+/- doe)
Edinburgh
A fantastic opportunity for a professional and experienced Legal PA / Administrator to join a leading Scottish Law Firm, supporting busy fee earners in their Edinburgh office. The post holder is an integral member of the team with the role existing to provide proactive PA and administrative support to busy Private Client fee earners. The firm offers a modern and progressive environment and the team in are inclusive, welcoming and supportive.
The successful candidate will ideally have relevant Private Client experience (or similar legal experience) gained from a responsible and varied role, as well as energy, a friendly disposition and positive attitude.
Responsibilities will include:
Efficiently produce accurately typed documentation including letters, reports, presentations and specialist forms and documents
Assist with client enquires and general call handling and message taking
Assist with the AML for the opening of new clients
Preparation of draft fee notes
Assist with relevant Will review projects and Power of Attorney administration
Uploading and registration of Powers of Attorney
Co-ordinate and arrange travel and accommodation requirements
File management for team
Preparation of reports using Excel
Support the team with finance administration
Produce reports and client information from case management system
Support diary management for team
Assist team with preparing PowerPoint presentations
Essential criteria:
Strong Secretarial / Administrative skills gained from a legal or professional services environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
Positive and enthusiastic attitude with a professional and friendly manner
Strong MS Office skills
Please apply with a copy of your CV at your earliest convenience.