JDR Recruitment are recruiting a legal assistant for our client in Preston PR1

Location: Preston PR1

Salary: £24,000 per annum

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm,

We are also considering part time applicants for this position

Contract type: Permanent

The Role:

• Providing full secretarial support to solicitors and other fee earners
• Scanning incoming post, saving to relevant case folders and emailing the same to the fee earners.
• Serve as front of house, answering phone calls and providing brief updates to agents etc
• Creating quotes on the online quote portal
• Opening, maintaining, and closing client files in accordance with firm procedures
• Onboarding clients using e-cos and following electronic ID checks
• Inputting Memorandum of Sale data received from Estate Agents onto case management system
• Ordering searches.
• Issuing mortgage offers to clients.
• Supporting the wider team with general administrative duties as needed

Experience / Skills Required:

• Strong typing and document production skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage deadlines effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and legal case management system
• Professional, discreet, and client-focused approach

We are interviewing immediately with an immediate start available.

To apply please submit your CV online.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.