Legal Administrator

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  • £22000 - £26000 per annum
  • Solihull, West Midlands

We are looking for a Legal Administrator to join a professional services firm in the Solihull area. In this role, you will provide legal services to clients in line with the firm's goals and procedures.

Main Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Taking instructions for Wills, drafting and typing the documents, and ensuring they are signed by clients, while managing client matters efficiently and maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Identifying when clients may need specialist advice and referring them to a supervisor as necessary during the instruction process.
  • Overseeing Wills administration and implementing an effective system to ensure smooth operation.
  • Handling confidential communications with clients both by phone and in person.
  • Supporting the development and marketing of the department and the firm.
  • Offering advice within the scope of your training, managing cases properly, and progressing them to completion.
  • Keeping both clients and supervising fee earners regularly updated on case progress.
  • Collaborating with partners, fee earners, and team members to maintain effective working relationships across the department
  • Accurate time recording
  • Securing monies on account
  • Regular billing of work in progress and disbursements
  • Credit control

Skills Required:

  • Previous experience within a similar legal assistant, legal administrator or legal secretarial position, specifically within wills, trust and probate.
  • Keeping up to date with technical knowledge by consulting with fee earners on daily matters and attending training courses as needed.
  • Ensuring correct management of both office and client accounts.
  • Travelling between offices when required or occasional travel as business needs, so a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.
  • Always acting in a professional manner and adhering to the firm's procedures.

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Jane Spearman Divisional Manager

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