Float Legal Assistant (3 - 6 month Contract)

It's all about you...
Our client is a well-regarded mid-tier commercial law firm. They are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Legal Assistant to join their Float team on a 3 to 6 month contract. 
  
In this busy and varied role you will be an integral part of the team, handling a range of duties such as: 

• prepare and type legal documents and associated correspondence;
• prepare and file subpoenas and arrange service of same;
• prepare briefs to counsel;
• liaise with clients, barristers, principals, interpreters and solicitors
• diary management, arranging appointments and coordinating meetings
• email and file management, including opening & closing files and archiving
• create detailed bills and disbursement accounts
• screen telephone calls
• dictaphone typing

Skills and experience we'd love...
To be considered, you will have a minimum of 2-4 years experience as a Legal Assistant and supporting senior level practitioners. Litigation administration experience working at a law firm IS ESSENTIAL.

You will also be able to demonstrate:

• polished legal secretarial and administrative skills
• advanced word processing abilities (typing speed/accuracy)
• strong attention to detail
• advanced technical skills (MS Word, PowerPoint, FileSite, CaseFlow)
• wide knowledge of VWA practice
• enthusiastic and flexible attitude
• ability to work collaboratively within a team

Law Students will be considered, however MUST have previous Litigation Legal Administration/secretarial experience working at a law firm.

To apply online, please click on the apply now button.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact:
Rosie Mamic 
Quoting Ref. No.: 4069087