Average Legal salary in Berkshire

Legal Assistant - Real Estate Business Unit - Real Estate The Vacancy We are currently recruiting for a Legal Assistant to join our Real Estate team. You will provide an efficient and effective administrative support to the team in which you work, enabling the team/department to function effectively and achieve its objectives. To ensure that work done by the team/ department complies with internal quality standards and external requirements. Key Responsibilities Manage an administrative workload under the guidance of fee earners.Provide administrative support to fee earners including file-opening, telephone management, document production (incl. audio-typing, managing voice recognition procedures and outsourcing providers), filing/ archiving, photocopying, email management, online portal management and dealing with postDraft documents and bills, under supervision, using appropriate precedents and templates to accurately reflect fee earner instructionsUndertake basic legal processes, under supervision, such as assisting to process cases through portals, obtaining relevant documentation, arranging case meetings, arranging funding, liaising with the court, completing relevant forms and processing moniesCorrespond with clients as required through telephone, email, letter and face to faceEnsure adherence to all affiliations and standards connected to the department (Legal Aid, Land Registry etc.)Deal with new enquiries for the departmentProvide administrative support for business development and marketing activities including booking facilities and refreshments, booking specialist, preparing presentation materials and associated marketing documentationTime record for all work where possible Skills, Experience and Attribute Previous experience within a Legal Assistant or Administrative roleExcellent organisation capability with the ability to effectively prioritiseSolid understanding of Microsoft Office suite and other relevant IT platformsStrong written communication skillsDemonstrate a good understanding of client relationship management The Company As a people-focused firm, ours is a culture of heart, not ego. In our inclusive environment, we support each other as we strive for success. For ourselves. For each other. And for our clients and communities. We know our people are what sets us apart. That’s why we’re committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive environment where you can thrive and achieve your full potential. Because this isn’t 'just another job in law’. This is an opportunity for ambitious legal professionals to develop rewarding careers, in a culture that cares. We’re on a mission to create a dynamic and inclusive culture. And that starts with our recruitment process. If you have a disability, whether visible or not, we want to work with you every step of the way. Because we want to give you the best chance of success when you apply. If you are interested please submit your CV to Tanya Browns Recruitment Group as directed.

Legal Assistant - Dispute Resolution Business Unit - Dispute Resolution The Vacancy We are currently recruiting for a Legal Assistant to join our Dispute Resolution. You will provide an efficient and effective administrative support to the team in which you work, enabling the team to function effectively and achieve its objectives. To ensure that work done by the team complies with internal quality standards and external requirements. Key Responsibilities? Manage an administrative workload under the guidance of fee earnersProvide administrative support to fee earners including file-opening, telephone management, document production (incl. audio-typing, managing voice recognition procedures and outsourcing providers), filing/ archiving, photocopying, email management, online portal management and dealing with postDraft documents and bills, under supervision, using appropriate precedents and templates to accurately reflect fee earner instructionsUndertake basic legal processes, under supervision, such as assisting to process cases through portals, obtaining relevant documentation, arranging case meetings, arranging funding, liaising with the court, completing relevant forms and processing moniesDeal with new enquiries for the departmentProvide administrative support for business development and marketing activities including booking facilities and refreshments, booking specialist, preparing presentation materials and associated marketing documentationTime record for all work where possibleMake effective use of the relevant firm IT systems, working efficiently and streamlining processes where possible Skills, Experience and Attributes Previous experience within a Legal Assistant or Administrative roleExcellent organisation capability with the ability to effectively prioritiseSolid understanding of Microsoft Office suite and other relevant IT platformsStrong written communication skillsDemonstrate a good understanding of client relationship management The Company As a people-focused firm, ours is a culture of heart, not ego. In our inclusive environment, we support each other as we strive for success. For ourselves. For each other. And for our clients and communities. We know our people are what sets us apart. That’s why we’re committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive environment where you can thrive and achieve your full potential. Because this isn’t 'just another job in law’. This is an opportunity for ambitious legal professionals to develop rewarding careers, in a culture that cares. We’re on a mission to create a dynamic and inclusive culture. And that starts with our recruitment process. If you have a disability, whether visible or not, we want to work with you every step of the way. Because we want to give you the best chance of success when you apply. If you are interested please submit your CV to Tanya Browns Recruitment Group as directed.

Eventus Recruitment are seeking a Legal Cashier for a law firm based in Thame, Oxfordshire. This is a full time, permanent job. You will be joining a busy and friendly accounts team, working alongside other Legal Cashiers in the team to ensure a smooth and effective running of the accounts department. You will benefit from a health cash plan, enhanced pension and reduced legal fees. Role Responsibilities The incoming Legal Cashier will report to the Head Cashier and Finance Team Leader to support the fast paced, busy environment. Key tasks include: Ensuring compliance with the Solicitors' Accounts RulesDaily banking including using online banking facilities, transferring funds between accounts, making electronic payments and recording receiptsHandling general enquiries and resolving queries (internal only)Reconciling bank, petty cash and general ledgersProcessing of client Billing accounts receivable and issuing client and office chequesPaying interest on client account moniesAssisting with paying suppliers via the online banking systemGeneral administration and housekeeping of files and ledgersContacting bank with queries and cheque cancellationsReconciliation of control accounts as required Person Specification The successful Legal Cashier will have strong communication skills both written and spoken with a 'can do’ attitude. You will also have: Experience in general accounting procedures in compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules in legal practiceCredit control advantageousAccuracy & attention to detail is essentialMethodical approach to workExcellent communication face to face and telephoneProficient IT skills - Word, ExcelAbility to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlinesCommitted team-workerSOS Practice Manager knowledge advantageous but not essentialVisualfiles CMS knowledge advantageous but not essential Benefits and Rewards The incoming Legal Cashier will benefit from: 23 days holiday + Bank holidaysHealth Cash Plan including dental and optical coverEnhanced pension after 2 years' service BUPA Private Medical Insurance after 2 years' service Discounted gym membershipPaid Volunteer daysWellbeing programme & initiativesA calendar of social and networking activitiesReduced legal feesFantastic learning and development opportunities About the Company A multi award winning law firm based in Thame, Oxfordshire. Looking to recruit an additional Legal Cashier for their busy accounts team. A firm with strong core values and strong sense of corporate social responsibility.