Administrator - Dispute Team

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited ,
London, Greater London
Salary: £21,000 per annum

Overview

Administrator - Dispute Team for Legal Firm - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract - £23,000 Your new company A well established, international legal firm are looking to find an administrator to join their dispute team in London. Your new role Deliver high quality, accurate work whilst responding to change and competing priorities Meet required deadlines and negotiate alternate time frames when necessary Print, photocopy and scan relevant documents as and when required by the relevant PA colleague or fee earner File relevant documents in electronic or hard copy files as and when required by the relevant PA colleague or fee earner Assist with fee earner expense claims, cheque requisitions and other banking related admin in a timely manner Assist with updating client information and relevant databases, following PA or fee earner instructions (eg, InterAction) Prepare files for archiving and manage return/retrieval of files following firm guidelines Provide ad hoc support to the group or division such as dealing with incoming mail, answering the telephone, assisting with event/meeting logistics and any other administrative duties. Adhere to firm, office and practice group policies and procedures, including those that are formal, informal, documented or verbal. Take all necessary steps to ensure you are aware of correct procedures. Maintaining inquisitive, collaborative and vigilant work habits, keeping abreast of changes and developing more efficient work processes. Demonstrate this in your interactions with others. Demonstrate enthusiasm and productivity in the workplace, including participating in and contributing to secretarial group meetings, firm initiatives, focus groups, pilot groups, team building activities, learning and development sessions and other relevant activities. Take responsibility for your own learning, undertake recommended training, keep up to date and comply with firm policies, adopt new or improved firm and practice group recommended work practices, and share information with others about better ways of working. What you'll need to succeed Strong administration experience Typing speed minimum of 45wpm with 98% accuracy Knowledge of the Microsoft suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Good written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to building effective and trusting relationships with people internally and external to the firm. Knowledge of the legal industry What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. TESTING MAY BE REQUIRED Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk