Coventry City Centre
Competitive salary commensurate with experience (negotiable)
We are seeking an experienced Childcare Legal Assistant or an experienced Childcare Legal Secretary to support the busy Care Department of a forward-thinking, prestigious law firm at their office in Coventry city centre. This is a Lexcel accredited, Legal 500-recognised firm, offering a friendly, supportive working environment. Hybrid working and flexible working may be considered following a successful probation period.
The role will involve
Supporting the Care Department with a wide range of duties including:
* Diary management for the Care team
* Drafting/typing of correspondence and legal documents
* Liaising with clients by email, face to face and by telephone
* Opening and closing files
* Conducting conflict checks and preparing compliance documentation
* Taking instructions from prospective new clients and providing quotes
* Use of a legal case management system
* Attending court to take notes or deliver court bundles and letters
* Uploading documents to HMCTS Portal
* Applying for Legal Aid funding online
* Arranging the payment of invoices and claiming payments on account online
Suitable candidates will be local to Coventry and have:
* A minimum of two years legal support experience
* Excellent keyboard skills and IT skills
* A high level of attention to detail
* Good IT skills including proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook
* Excellent communication skills
* The ability to work well as part of a team
* A minimum of 12 months' experience working in a busy care department for a law firm or local authority
* Experience of legal aid procedures (essential)
* The ability to use online platforms for the management of Court proceedings and Legal Aid.
This is a full-time permanent job which is office-based, working Monday to Friday. Hybrid working may be considered following a successful probation period.
Benefits include:
* Ongoing training and development
* Excellent opportunities for career progression
* Funding for industry-specific qualifications considered, following completion of a satisfactory probation period
* Flexible working opportunities
* A programme of social events throughout the year
Note: A competitive salary is offered which will be commensurate with experience. The above information is correct to the best of our knowledge.
For more information, please contact Tracey at Talentwise Solutions.
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