Turks Employers Liability Practice Group
We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our team in Newcastle on a full-time or 4 day per week basis. As an award-winning law firm, we measure our success through client satisfaction and team engagement.
Responsibilities
- Preparation and drafting of court documents and correspondence;
- Diary management;
- Brief preparation;
- Monthly billing;
- Opening and closing files;
- Executive/personal assistant duties as required;
- Assisting lawyers as necessary;
- General secretarial and administrative tasks.
Requirements
- 1+ years recent experience as a legal assistant/secretary/admin assistant;
- Billing experience desirable;
- Exceptional organisational skills;
- Meticulous eye for detail and accurate proof reading skills;
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
- Ability to multi-task and prioritise effectively;
- Enthusiastic, committed and proactive approach to work;
- Commitment to a career in legal support;
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
About Us
We deliver innovative and practical solutions to legal and business hurdles. Our client-focused approach ensures we always deliver on our promises, building relationships based on trust and collaboration.
We pride ourselves on passion for excellence, teamwork, integrity and leadership. Our values guide us in day-to-day activities and product offerings. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, recognising our differences as a source of strength and imperative to our success.
We offer ongoing training and development, social events, CSR activities, employee assistance programs, competitive paid parental leave schemes and more.