Litigation Legal Assistant

Position Title: Legal Support Assistant (Litigation)
Location: Newbury
Salary: 24000+
Reference: BH-37174
Work Type: Full-time, Permanent

About The Firm:
My client is an established and reputable Legal 500 law firm known for excellence and professionalism. With a strong presence in the region, they are seeking a dedicated Legal Support Assistant to enhance their litigation team's capabilities and client service.

Position Overview:
We are currently recruiting a Legal Support Assistant to join a busy Litigation team based in Newbury. The ideal candidate will support solicitors by efficiently managing administrative tasks and assisting with litigation-related activities. Previous experience as a legal secretary or support assistant in litigation is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately setting up new case files based on solicitor instructions.
• Preparing bundles for court trials and hearings.
• Managing client communications and providing updates on case progression.
• Digital dictation transcription.
• Conducting relevant legal research.
• Maintaining and updating document management systems accurately.
• Coordinating diaries and providing general administrative support to the team.
• Liaising with barristers, courts, and third parties to arrange meetings or follow up on court orders.

Requirements:

• Ideally 2+ years' administrative experience in a legal litigation environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and build strong professional relationships.

The Benefits & How to Apply:

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible Leave Policy (Holiday).
• Pension, life assurance, medical health cash plan.
• Discount portal with Virtual GP and wellbeing tools.
• Supportive and professional work environment.

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact Person: Shabir Jiza
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