Legal Assistant

Chalk Hill Group are supporting a regional law firm with an excellent reputation with their recruitment of a Legal Assistant to join their Private Client team in the New Forest. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a client-focused legal environment and wants to play an important role in supporting fee earners across a varied caseload. The role You'll provide high-quality administrative and procedural support to Partners and Associates, helping matters progress efficiently while maintaining a professional, compassionate and responsive service to clients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as a professional and welcoming first point of contact for clients
• Supporting client appointments, onboarding and ID checks
• Preparing and maintaining accurate files, correspondence and document packs
• Managing file opening/closing procedures and tracking deadlines
• Assisting with probate, trust and estate administration documentation
• Producing documents from digital dictation and audio typing
• Managing diaries, appointments and meetings
• Supporting billing and general administrative processes
• Liaising with clients, financial institutions, professional advisers and other third parties
• Providing wider team support during busy periods About you
• Previous experience working in a law firm
• Private Client, Wills, Trusts or Probate experience is desirable
• Strong typing, audio typing and document production skills
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• Confident use of Microsoft Office and case management systems
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills What's on offer
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• 34 days' holiday including Bank Holidays
• Free Parking
• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Health Cash Plan
• Life Insurance
• Staff Discount Platform
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