Job Description
Job description
Slater and Gordon are a leading consumer law firm, and our mission is to give people easier access to world class legal services. We are a legal services business powered by technology and led by people that support customers in every step of their case. Are you looking for an opportunity to join an award-winning law firm? Do you have the skills and ability to work accurately and efficiently? Do you have experience completing administration duties? If so, then we may have the perfect role for you! We have a great opportunity for a well-organised and motivated Legal Assistant to join our Small Claims Track team in Liverpool. The Legal Assistant provides high level support to their manager and other any support staff within the practice group with a main focus being processing claims in an efficient and cost effective manner, whilst ensuring all other duties are completed promptly and efficiently.
Responsibilities Provide administrative support as directed to ensure effective and efficient administration, management and maintenance of files from opening to archiving.Effectively review monthly Bordereux Reports from Carpenters Solicitors to ensure each case that settles/closes has housekeeping carried out at S&G side.Run, with the support of management, a small caseload of around c20 small claim cases.Screen telephone calls and take relevant messages or deal with enquiries where possible from clients, executives and others.Independently prepare precedent letters, simple letters, attendances, and internal memoranda as appropriate and provide effective support, guidance and delegation to colleagues.Court work: lodge documents and completion of court forms may be required.Conduct legal research where requiredEnsure financial aspects of matters including, billing and debtor management are managed, to support fee earners in the achievement of their personal fee budget. Our core and voluntary Benefits Hybrid working35 hours per week – Monday to Friday – Flexible working environment25 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays Buy and sell annual leave up to 5 daysEmployee Referral scheme with payments of up to £2,000 per referralGroup Incentive Plan (Annual Bonus Scheme)Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App providing you with services including annual health checks, access to Digital GP’s, mental health consultations, 2nd medical opinions and much moreEmployee Assistance Programme where you can access free webinars for stress awareness and counselling sessionsGroup Income Protection which will support you with an income if you are unable to work long term, as a result of an illness or injuryHealth and Wellbeing Programmes and apps including gym discounts, private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, meditation sessions and much moreLife Assurance coverWorkplace pensionBenefits Hub providing discounts to over 700 services including cinema tickets, food and drink, travel and high street storesDental InsuranceFree legal help and discounted lawyer led legal services
Slater and Gordon are a leading consumer law firm, and our mission is to give people easier access to world class legal services. We are a legal services business powered by technology and led by people that support customers in every step of their case. Are you looking for an opportunity to join an award-winning law firm? Do you have the skills and ability to work accurately and efficiently? Do you have experience completing administration duties? If so, then we may have the perfect role for you! We have a great opportunity for a well-organised and motivated Legal Assistant to join our Small Claims Track team in Liverpool. The Legal Assistant provides high level support to their manager and other any support staff within the practice group with a main focus being processing claims in an efficient and cost effective manner, whilst ensuring all other duties are completed promptly and efficiently.
Responsibilities Provide administrative support as directed to ensure effective and efficient administration, management and maintenance of files from opening to archiving.Effectively review monthly Bordereux Reports from Carpenters Solicitors to ensure each case that settles/closes has housekeeping carried out at S&G side.Run, with the support of management, a small caseload of around c20 small claim cases.Screen telephone calls and take relevant messages or deal with enquiries where possible from clients, executives and others.Independently prepare precedent letters, simple letters, attendances, and internal memoranda as appropriate and provide effective support, guidance and delegation to colleagues.Court work: lodge documents and completion of court forms may be required.Conduct legal research where requiredEnsure financial aspects of matters including, billing and debtor management are managed, to support fee earners in the achievement of their personal fee budget. Our core and voluntary Benefits Hybrid working35 hours per week – Monday to Friday – Flexible working environment25 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays Buy and sell annual leave up to 5 daysEmployee Referral scheme with payments of up to £2,000 per referralGroup Incentive Plan (Annual Bonus Scheme)Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App providing you with services including annual health checks, access to Digital GP’s, mental health consultations, 2nd medical opinions and much moreEmployee Assistance Programme where you can access free webinars for stress awareness and counselling sessionsGroup Income Protection which will support you with an income if you are unable to work long term, as a result of an illness or injuryHealth and Wellbeing Programmes and apps including gym discounts, private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, meditation sessions and much moreLife Assurance coverWorkplace pensionBenefits Hub providing discounts to over 700 services including cinema tickets, food and drink, travel and high street storesDental InsuranceFree legal help and discounted lawyer led legal services
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Legal Assistant | Small Claims Track position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Liverpool offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.