Legal Assistant – Care Department

We have an excellent opportunity for a full time Legal Assistant to join our Care department, to be based at our Telford office. Day to day you will be expected to support the department with administrative work such as on-boarding clients, liaising between clients and other third parties, drafting and considering legal documentation, as well as attending court on behalf of the Solicitor for note taking purposes.

We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated and advantageous individual who enjoys engaging in business development and will support the growth of the department and firm. The successful candidate will work as part of a friendly, supportive, and approachable team.

You will receive a competitive salary depending on your qualifications and experience and work with a company who are committed to the highest levels of client satisfaction.

This position offers the opportunity for growth and development, so if you are looking to take the next step in your legal career, this role could be for you.

Employee Benefits

PCB Solicitors provide the following Employee Benefits following successful completion of an initial probation period:

  • Pension contributions,
  • Salary sacrifice scheme,
  • Discounts on gym memberships,
  • 24/7 online GP appointments,
  • Perks and discounts,
  • Employee Assistance Programme,
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays from start of employment,
  • Additional holiday awarded for length of service,
  • Paid sick leave after 6 months service, increasing after 2 years,
  • Regular company and charity events.

About PCB Solicitors

At PCB Solicitors LLP we believe that our clients deserve the best in service and advice. From Litigation and Dispute Resolution to Criminal Law, or Family Matters through to Residential Property and Commercial Property, and sound advice about Wills and Estate administration, we pride ourselves on standing out from the crowd with an approachable team who share a can-do attitude.

PCB Solicitors LLP is a modern partnership of solicitors with offices in Shrewsbury, Church Stretton, Knighton, Telford, and Ludlow. Wherever we have an office, we dedicate ourselves to the service of the local and surrounding community. Working in Shropshire and Mid-Wales provides the opportunity to live and work in an idyllic rural environment.

PCB Solicitors LLP has been awarded a range of Quality Standards including the Lexcel Quality Mark and CQS accreditation by the Law Society for standards of practice management, demonstrating our commitment to quality and service is absolute.

Job Responsibilities:

· Dealing with clients from the outset, answering phones, greeting clients at the office, and liaising between the client, lawyer and other third parties,

· Onboarding clients such as organising appointments, both face to face or by telephone, and taking initial instructions from clients,

· Attending court on behalf of the lawyer for note taking purposes,

· Consideration and drafting of documents and preparing perusal notes when instructed using the case management system,

· Managing calendars, records and court timetables, 

· Providing excellent client care in line with PCB Solicitors standards,

· Build strong client relationships with new and existing clients.

Essential Skills:

· Highly organised with precise attention to detail,

· Efficient in using MS office applications such as Word,

· Have experience using case management and legal systems such as ALB,

· Able to work under pressure and retain high levels of confidentiality at all times,

· Proven internal and external communication skills,

· Maintain your continuing professional development requirements and stay up to date on relevant changes in Family law,

· Work in a collaborative manner within the team and wider firm,

· Be proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and with others,

· Have a positive approach to tasks and a strong work ethic.

Job Types:

· Full time, Permanent.

Schedule:

· Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week.

Place of Work:

· Telford – reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).

PCB Solicitors do not offer visa/sponsorship or relocation packages.

Experience:

· Previous experience working in a Legal Support role is required,

· Experience working in Childcare/Family Law is an advantage,

· Experience working with Legal Aid is an advantage.

Salary:

· £22,000.00 to £23,900.00, per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

Please contact Emma Baugh emma.baugh@pcblaw.co.uk HR Administrator with a covering letter and CV.