Job Description
Legal Assistant (Maternity Cover) 3-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Contract Details
- Position: Legal Assistant
- Contract: 3-month maternity cover contract
- Potential Extension: Yes, subject to business need
- Location: Hybrid working arrangement
- Start Date: ASAP
- Hourly rate: £13.77 per hour PAYE
An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Assistant to join the team on a 3-month maternity cover contract, with the potential for extension based on business requirements.
This role will provide essential support across a varied caseload, assisting legal professionals with the day-to-day management of legal matters and court-related activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing court timetables and key deadlines
- Preparing and organising court bundles
- Attending and minuting legal meetings
- Arranging meetings, hearings and court cover as required
- Drafting routine legal documents and correspondence
- Instructing Counsel and external experts where required
- Providing administrative and legal support across a range of matters
- Undertaking additional duties as directed by the line manager
Requirements
- Law degree or equivalent legal qualification preferred
- Previous legal assistant or legal administrative experience preferred
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Working Arrangements
This is a hybrid role, subject to service and office requirements. The successful candidate will be required to attend the office 5 days per week initially while completing induction, training and homeworking assessments. Hybrid working arrangements will be available thereafter in line with organisational policy.
