Legal Assistant – Dispute Resolution

Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join their busy Dispute Resolution team in Hedge End, Hampshire.

This role provides vital administrative and secretarial support within a fast-paced litigation environment, requiring prior experience working within a law firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing administrative and secretarial support to fee earners
• Delivering a professional and friendly service to clients across all communication channels
• Typing and dictation work, ensuring accuracy and consistency
• Maintaining well-organised filing systems in line with firm procedures
• Managing diaries for fee earners and tracking key deadlines
• Handling financial transactions in line with professional and regulatory standards
• Supporting case progression through accurate and timely administration
• Using case management systems and MS Office confidently
• Ensuring compliance with confidentiality and firm procedures at all times

The Candidate

• Previous experience working within a law firm is essential
• Experience in a dispute resolution or litigation environment desirable
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident managing a busy workload in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and client service skills
• Proficient in MS Office and case management systems
• Reliable, discreet, and professional

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus discretionary monthly performance bonus
• Online review bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rata) + birthday leave
• Private healthcare and lifestyle discounts (Simplyhealth)
• Discounted legal services
• Pension scheme (4% matched)
• Life assurance (death in service)
• Free parking
• Support for professional memberships and development

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed