Legal assistant

Eventus Legal is currently seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join a reputable, multi-service, law firm based in their Preston office. This full-time, permanent job position. 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 a Legal Executive in the Private Client department. The role involves travel to clients rsquo; premises along with occasional visits to other offices. The main duties and responsibilities include: * Opening, managing, closing and archiving files * Carrying out client due diligence * Liaising with clients and third parties * Completing basic HMRC forms * Assisting with the completion and registration of LPAs * Ensuring databases are kept up to date * General administration including filing, scanning and photocopying Person Specification Applications are sought from Legal Assistants or Paralegals with at least 1 year of experience, ideally in the Private Client or Probate department. Successful candidates will demonstrate the following attributes: * Outstanding client service skills * Excellent communication skills with a professional telephone manner * Organised with a keen eye for detail * Strong typing skills * Exceptional administration and IT capabilities * Collaborative team player Benefits and Rewards This job role represents a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant or Paralegal 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 About the Company Having worked closely with this Preston 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 contact Nikki Phillips at the Eventus Recruitment Group. If this job isn #39;t quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion about your career. The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating in the Legal, HR, Finance and Accountancy sectors across the UK. Please note that the years rsquo; experience and/or salary listed in our advertisements are a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found at the bottom of our website