Coodes LLP is one of the leading law firms in Cornwall and Devon and the longest established firm in the region. Our team of specialist lawyers advise clients on all aspects of managing their affairs, from making a Will to Powers of Attorney, administering the estates of deceased individuals, and from creating a Family Trust to technical tax planning. Supporting our highly experienced lawyers is a dedicated and skilled support team. Due to an increased workload and expanding team, we have an opportunity for two Legal Assistants to join our team based in Penzance.
What you will do:
Handle initial inquiries.
Provide administrative support, including typing and dictation, primarily for one lawyer within the team.
Manage the receipt and filing of electronic mail and collate enclosures and other documents for outgoing correspondence.
Make and receive telephone calls, progressing matters under supervision.
Draft letters and other documents under supervision.
Work on matters from file opening to file closing, offering the opportunity to learn about the progression of various matters.
Skills and Experience you need:
Excellent telephone manner and communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Flexible and dependable.
Conscientious, approachable, and enthusiastic.
Experience in legal secretarial work is advantageous but not essential within a private client setting.
Location:
You will be based in our Penzance office.
Hours:
This is a full-time position. 35 hours a week Monday to Friday; however, we welcome applications from candidates looking for alternative working arrangements.
Additional benefits include:
Medical cash plan
Life assurance
Holiday trading
Private medical insurance options
Cycle to work
Discounted shopping platform
Speculative candidates submitted through agencies we have not instructed will not be considered to be represented by that agency.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates are found.
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