Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant – Cardiff

Job Location:

Cardiff
• Job Type: Permanent (office based)
• Remuneration:
Competitive salary dependent on skills, experience and qualifications.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Assistant in Cardiff to support our Property Recoveries team. You will help ensure each matter runs smoothly from start to finish, with clear records and timely action throughout.

• Assist with the day-to-day progress of property recovery cases, handling documents, correspondence and case information accurately and meeting deadlines.
• Prepare bundles and briefs for experts, courts and counsel so everything is ready when needed.
• Keep case records up to date on the case management system and treat all client and company information with strict confidence.
• Open and close files, log emailed post and help manage shared inboxes so nothing is missed.
• Provide financial and billing support: record time and disbursements accurately and support the prompt issue of invoices; respond to financial queries and liaise with internal teams where required.
• Carry out general administrative duties such as document management, photocopying and other tasks to keep the team running efficiently.

• Organisation and prioritisation: strong organisational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks, meet tight deadlines.
• Administrative or legal experience: desirable but not essential; willingness to learn and develop.
• Microsoft Office Proficiency: intermediate to advanced Excel;
  Outlook and Microsoft Teams in a professional environment.
• Accuracy and attention to detail: consistently high standards in all work.
• Professional communication: clear and professional written and verbal communication with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Adaptability and teamwork: ability to work under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and work well both independently and as part of a team.

• Remuneration: competitive salary based on skills and experience.
• Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP).
• Holiday allowance: 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Private healthcare plan (including cover for pre-existing conditions).
• Life assurance and Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing.
• Wellbeing support, digital GP apps, Group Income Protection.
• Voluntary flexible benefits including green car scheme, health assessments, travel insurance, dental cover, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan.
• Discounts on various products and services.
• Training and development opportunities through our Sedgwick learning programs.

Next steps:
If you’d be a great match, apply now. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds including those returning to the workforce.