Legal Assistant
* Annual Salary: Up to £26,000 per annum
* Location: Portsmouth
* Job Type: Full-time (Monday to Friday)
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Legal Assistant to join a busy criminal defence team. This full-time role is based in Portsmouth and offers a chance to work closely with experienced solicitors, providing essential support and gaining invaluable experience in the legal field.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Work alongside solicitors, assisting with various tasks including client liaison, document drafting, and case preparation.
* Handle telephone and email enquiries efficiently, ensuring professional communication with clients and third parties.
* Draft documents, brief counsel, and take witness statements under the guidance of senior team members.
* Manage the opening, closing, storage, and retrieval of both hard and soft files using digital dictation tools.
* Prepare correspondence and documents, maintaining high standards of accuracy and confidentiality.
* Communicate professionally with clients and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Experience in a legal setting, preferably within criminal defence, though candidates with relevant legal experience in other areas will be considered.
* Excellent IT skills, proficient in Outlook, Word, and Excel.
* Strong organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
* Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
* Team-focused with a flexible and collaborative approach to work, capable of working independently as needed.
* Professional communication skills, confident in managing expectations and building relationships.
Benefits:
* Contributory Pension Scheme.
* Competitive salary package.
* Client referral gifts.
* Additional holiday over Christmas.
* Discounted legal services after one year of service.
* Extended sickness policy.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing annually up to 30 days.
* Free sight tests and a Health Cash Plan.
* Discounted gym membership.
* Annual staff functions and length of service acknowledgement gifts.
To apply for this Legal Assistant position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
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