Eventus Legal is currently seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join a reputable, multi-service law firm based in their Lancaster office. This is a full-time, permanent job but part-time hours equivalent to four days can be considered. You will be rewarded with a competitive salary and additional benefits including a 25 day holiday allowance plus bank holidays along with sickness benefits.

Role Responsibilities

The incoming Legal Assistant will be a key member of the committed and highly regarded law firm, providing dedicated support to the Family department who deal with both publicly and privately funded family matters. The day-to-day responsibilities for the Legal Assistant include:

* Opening and closing files

* Carrying out ID checks

* Diary management

* Arranging appointments for clients

* Providing outstanding client care

* Preparing invoices

* Legal Aid applications

* General administration including filing, scanning and photocopying

Person Specification

Applications are sought from Legal Assistants or Paralegals with at least 1 year of experience in private practice. To be considered for this job you will also be able to demonstrate the following qualities:

* Outstanding client service skills

* Excellent communication skills with a professional telephone manner

* Organised with a keen eye for detail

* Exceptional administration and IT capabilities

* Collaborative team player

* Proactive

* Ability to prioritise workload

Benefits and Rewards

This job role represents a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Assistant or Paralegal in the Lancaster area who is eager to join a highly reputable and successful law firm. In addition to a competitive salary, other benefits include:

* 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

* Enhanced sickness benefits

This job is in the Lancaster office and easily commutable from Morecambe, Carnforth, Kendal, Preston and surrounding areas.

About the Company

Having worked closely with this law firm and making multiple visits to their offices, I can attest firsthand to its merits as an outstanding workplace, guided by an exceptional leadership team. They have excellent staff retention with many team members being with the firm for several years, a testament to their nurturing and supportive working environment.

Renowned for their outstanding client service my client provides a comprehensive range of legal services catering to the needs of clients in the Lancashire area, particularly in family, property and private client law.

Beyond their professional commitments, the firm actively engages with the local community in Lancashire, regularly participating in charitable fundraising events and contributing positively to the local area.

Next Steps

Apply now to be considered for this career-enhancing opportunity.

Alternatively, for more information about this Legal Assistant job please send your CV to Nikki Phillips at the Eventus Recruitment Group.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion about your career.

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