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Legal Assistant

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Legal
  • Brighton & Hove

Requirements

  • IT proficiency: You’ll be comfortable using Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel, and be quick to adapt to new software.
  • Attention to detail: Accuracy is key in drafting legal documents, and your keen eye will ensure nothing is overlooked.
  • Great communication skills: Whether written or verbal, you’ll confidently interact with clients and colleagues.
  • Time management: You can prioritize and multitask, ensuring you hit your targets while maintaining a high standard of work.
  • A team player: You’ll work collaboratively with your team, but also have the initiative to work independently when needed.
  • Experience in Will drafting is a plus, but we welcome candidates with the right attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

  • Drafting essential legal documents: You’ll use our specialized software to produce Wills, Powers of Attorney, and other vital documents for clients.
  • Client interaction: Whether by phone or email, you’ll liaise with clients and consultants to address queries and provide legal guidance.
  • Meeting targets: Working closely with the Legal Team Manager, you’ll ensure the timely production of accurate, high-quality legal documents.
  • Staying organized: You’ll manage your caseload, keeping track of cases and ensuring everything runs smoothly.

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Legal Assistant position?

We are looking for recent law graduates who have a passion for helping clients and an interest in private client law.

What will my responsibilities be as a Trainee Will Drafter?

You will be responsible for drafting essential legal documents, interacting with clients, meeting targets, and managing your caseload.

Is prior experience in Will drafting required?

Experience in Will drafting is a plus, but we welcome candidates with the right attitude and willingness to learn.

What software will I need to use in this role?

You will need to be comfortable using Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel, as well as our specialized software for drafting legal documents.

How does the company support my career development?

We offer comprehensive training to help you build and refine your legal skills and provide career progression opportunities within our organization.

What kind of benefits does Redstone Wills offer?

We provide a variety of industry-leading perks, including discounts on travel, electronics, employee discounts on estate agency services, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

Will I be working independently or as part of a team?

You will work collaboratively with your team, but you should also have the initiative to work independently when needed.

What is the work environment like at Redstone Wills?

Redstone Wills offers a dynamic legal team environment where you can gain hands-on experience while developing your legal drafting and client communication skills.

Is there any assistance for work-life balance?

Yes, you have the option to purchase additional holiday time to help maintain a healthy work-life balance.

How do I apply for the Legal Assistant position?

You can apply by following the application process outlined on our website or job listing. We’d love to hear from you!

Real Estate
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1936
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Connells Group is the largest and most successful estate agency network and property services provider in the UK. Founded in 1936 and with a network of over 1,200 branches nationwide, the Group combines residential sales and lettings expertise with a range of consumer and corporate services including new homes, mortgage services, conveyancing, EPC provision, surveying, corporate lettings, asset management, land & planning, LPA receivers and auctions. In addition to operating under the Connells brand, the Group trades under 85 well-known local names including Abbotts, Allen & Harris, Ashley Adams, Bagshaws Residential, Bairstow Eves, Barnard Marcus, Brown & Merry, Burchell Edwards, Fox & Sons, Gascoigne Halman, Hamptons, John D. Wood, Jones & Chapman, Manners & Harrison, Paul Dubberley, Peter Alan, Roger Platt, Rook Matthews Sayer, Shipways, Slater Hogg & Howison, Swetenhams, Sharman Quinney, Taylors and William H Brown. As well as residential property sales and lettings, the Group has a comprehensive range of B2C and B2B services including new homes, mortgage services, conveyancing, EPCs, surveying, corporate lettings, PRS, Build to Rent, asset management, land & planning, LPA receivers, commercial real estate and auctions. Corporate clients benefit from Connells Group’s broad range of award-winning services and depth of experience and expertise. Connells Group is a subsidiary of the Skipton Building Society, one of the UK’s largest providers of financial services and products.

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