Legal Assistant

Are you a recent law graduate looking to take your first step into the in‑house legal sector? Cathay Investments Limited is offering an ideal opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands‑on experience across a broad spectrum of practice areas in a fast‑paced commercial environment.

• Salary: £24,784.50 per annum
• Hours:
  
  37.5 hours per week
• Reporting to:
  Commercial Paralegal (Day‑to‑day), Finance Director, and Managing Director
• Role Type:
  In‑house, providing the opportunity to work independently on diverse tasks.

As a Legal Assistant, You Will Provide Critical Support To The Legal And Commercial Teams, Handling a Variety Of Day‑to‑day Legal And Administrative Tasks

• Case & Document Management:
  Assist with day‑to‑day case handling, monitor key dates and deadlines, and maintain accurate records and databases to ensure data integrity.
• Legal Drafting & Research:
  Draft contracts from templates, proofread documents for accuracy, and conduct essential legal research.
• Litigation & Dispute Support:
  Carry out evidence searches for cases (including disclosures) and support the team in resolving invoice disputes.
• Operational Support:
  Handle daily correspondence (emails, phone calls), support the business with operational projects, and contribute to overall process improvements.
• Cross‑Departmental
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Provide general support across various departments as needed.

This role is specifically designed for a candidate who is eager to learn and ready to contribute to a growing business.

• Academic Background: A minimum of a 2:1 Law Degree.
• Communication:
  Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Adept in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Skills:
  
  Strong research capabilities and the ability to work independently.