Legal Executive - New Claims Team

Legal Executive – New Claims Team Location: Balfour House, 741 High Road, Finchley, London, N12 0BP Salary: £25,000 – £26,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, office-based Work Location: In person About the Role We are seeking a motivated and organised Legal Assistant to join our newly established New Claims Team. This role is ideally suited to a recent law graduate or an individual who has recently completed their LPC or SQE 1 and is looking to begin or develop their legal career within a law firm. You will provide administrative and legal support to the team and play an important role in the initial onboarding and assessment of new housing disrepair claims. You will work closely with solicitors and experienced legal professionals while gaining valuable practical experience in a specialist claims environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is keen to develop their legal knowledge, gain hands-on experience and build a long-term career within the legal sector. Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the onboarding of new housing disrepair claims.
• Review client information and supporting documentation.
• Assist with the initial assessment and organisation of new claims.
• Prepare and process basic legal documents and correspondence.
• Assist with client onboarding and case opening procedures.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client and case records.
• Update case management systems and internal databases.
• Liaise with clients and internal teams to obtain required information and documentation.
• Assist solicitors and senior team members with case preparation and administrative tasks.
• Ensure documents and information are properly organised and recorded.
• Assist with general administrative duties within the New Claims Team.
• Follow internal procedures and relevant legal and compliance requirements.
• Support the team with other tasks as required. Candidate Requirements Essential
• Law degree (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification.
• Completion of the LPC or SQE 1.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a busy environment.
• Good IT and administrative skills.
• Ability to manage information confidentially and professionally.
• A genuine interest in developing a career within the legal sector.
• Willingness to learn and develop knowledge of housing disrepair and litigation. Desirable
• Previous legal work experience, placement, internship or paralegal experience.
• Previous experience within a law firm or claims environment.
• Basic knowledge of housing disrepair claims or litigation.
• Familiarity with legal case management systems. What We Offer
• Salary of £25,000 – £26,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to join a newly established and growing New Claims Department.
• Structured training and support to develop practical legal skills.
• Exposure to real client matters and legal cases.
• Opportunity to gain experience in housing disrepair and litigation.
• Clear career development and progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• On-site parking. Who We Are Looking For This role is ideal for someone at the beginning of their legal career who is enthusiastic, organised and eager to gain practical experience within a law firm. You do not need extensive legal experience for this position. We are looking for someone with the right attitude, strong attention to detail and a genuine willingness to learn and develop. If you are looking to build your legal experience and develop a long-term career within a specialist legal environment, we would be interested in hearing from you.