Legal Assistant

Location: Dunstable
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

An established and legal practice is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Legal Assistant to join its friendly team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a small, family-oriented firm where you'll gain valuable experience and play an important role in supporting fee earners and clients.

The position would suit either:

A recent Law graduate looking to secure their first professional role within the legal sector; or
An experienced administrator or legal professional seeking a rewarding position within a supportive and close-knit environment.

Key Responsibilities

Providing administrative and secretarial support to solicitors and fee earners.
Preparing, formatting and amending legal documents and correspondence.
Managing client files and ensuring accurate record-keeping.
Liaising professionally with clients, courts and third parties.
Handling telephone enquiries and arranging appointments.
Managing diaries, meetings and document filing.
Supporting case management and compliance procedures.
Assisting with general office administration duties.

Skills and Experience

A Law degree or previous administrative/legal support experience.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Professional and confident communication skills.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Experience within a legal environment would be advantageous but is not essential for the right candidate.