Legal Assistant – Civil Litigation

Legal Assistant – Civil Litigation (Full-Time) | Bexleyheath | Up to £29,000 DOE

My client is currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Legal Assistant to join their busy Civil Litigation Department at their Bexleyheath office .

This full-time role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience in legal administration or credit control to develop further, with progression into managing debt recovery and litigation files after suitable training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and some secretarial support to fee earners
• Input and update the case management system
• Prepare and issue client bills and manage invoice payments
• Liaise with clients by phone and email, managing general enquiries
• Handle photocopying, scanning, filing, and general administrative tasks
• Open and close client files accurately
• Audio and copy type legal correspondence and documentation
• Draft and send Letters Before Claim and issue proceedings when required

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Proven experience as a legal assistant, secretary, or credit controller
• Fast and accurate typing skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent attention to detail
• A solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office