Legal Assistant - Please only apply if you are based near York.
*Annual Salary: Competitive
*Location: York, Clifton Moor
*Job Type: Full time Monday to Friday 9-5pm
*Sector: Commercial Property
We are seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant/Administrator to join our client an established legal firm based in Clifton Moor, York. This role offers a varied and engaging experience, providing crucial support to fee earners through a range of tasks including typing, file management, form completion, administration duties, and financial statement preparation.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Draft and edit legal documents, correspondence, and client communications.
*Manage file administration, including opening, maintaining, and archiving both paper and digital files.
*Handle incoming/outgoing post, scanning, photocopying, and certified document stamping.
*Deliver professional front-of-house service, managing calls, appointments, and client interactions.
*Maintain a clean, welcoming reception and meeting space.
*Conduct ID checks and followed firm policies and procedures.
*Support colleagues across departments with legal admin tasks and reception cover.
*Assist with meeting coordination, diary management, and general branch administration.
*Contribute to team meetings and maintained a collaborative office environment.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Previous legal experience is desirable but not essential, administrative experience at least.
*Proactive and positive approach to work.
*Ability to thrive within a busy team environment and support colleagues effectively.
*Exceptional client care capabilities, ensuring all interactions are handled with professionalism and empathy.
Benefits:
*Competitive salary with a clear progression framework and individual career development plans.
*Flexible and hybrid working options to support work/life balance.
*Wellbeing support to ensure the health and happiness of our team members.
*A vibrant social scene and inclusive team environment.
*Free car parking
*Comprehensive benefits package including pension, life cover, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, health cash plan, staff discounts, competitive holiday allowance plus a day off for your birthday, and a cycle to work scheme.
If this is of interest please don’t hesitate in applying as the client is actively interviewing.