Russell-Cooke
Legal Assistant - P.I/Clin Neg
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Legal Assistant - P.I/Clin Neg
Legal Assistant – Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence
Department & Location
Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence, Putney
Role Overview
We are seeking a confident, self-motivated, flexible and enthusiastic Legal Assistant to join our Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence team on a full-time basis, based in our Putney office.
Our team enjoys a stimulating work environment with friendly and supportive colleagues, priding themselves on being pro-active and client-focused, while also offering career development opportunities.
The Role Responsibilities
As a Legal Assistant within our Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence department, your key responsibilities will include:
- Case management: Actively supporting senior colleagues with a mix of charter-partner-directed work, managing a portfolio of personal injury and clinical negligence cases.
- Drafting legal documentation: Preparing instructions, court bundles, schedules, and other legal correspondence.
- Fee earning: Undertaking chargeable work with an individual time and fee target, ensuring adherence to service level standards while maintaining professional efficiency.
- Administrative and client-facing tasks:
- Preparing reports for clients
- Assisting with marketing activities
- Coordinating appointments and appointments for senior management
- Training and development: Engaging in industry-specific training where relevant and needed.
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Technical Skills & Requirements
Essential
- Law graduate or working towards a law degree, or comparable legal experience.
- Proven experience in an office environment (preferably a law firm or legal environment).
- Strong technical skills: Exceptional typing, keyboard, and IT proficiency, alongside accurate attention to detail.
- Organisational excellence: Ability to manage multiple caseloads efficiently while meeting tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills: Both written and verbal, with the ability to interpret client expectations and effectively interact with colleagues.
- Self-starting and collaborative attitude, with a commitment to supporting team success.
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Desirable (not mandatory, but advantageous)
Experience in claims administration, drafting medical reports or handling complaints.
Salary & Benefits
We offer:
- Competitive salaries tailored to experience.
- Generous benefits package.
Diversity & Inclusion
We aim to attract a diverse workforce reflecting our demography and client base.
No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment due to any characteristic including (but not limited to):
- Sex, race, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.
Reasonable adjustments will be made where needed to ensure equal access and opportunity.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should upload their application directly via the recruitment portal.
Direct applications are also welcome.
For further enquiries, contact the HR team.
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