Legal Assistant

PARAGON MEED ,
Salford, Greater Manchester
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £20,000 per annum

Overview

My client is a leading Research and Development tax credit claims specialist. They assist businesses to claim tax incentives and allow innovative businesses to grow through securing clients funding. Due to expansive they are looking for a Legal Assistant to join their well-established team The legal assistant will work directly with the Head of Legal within the legal team to ensure internal and external legal matters are handled with care to protect both the business and our clients. You will be an integral part of their team and will work independently and as part of the team to facilitate internal and external legal affairs. Responsibilities to include: Ensuring all documentation and notes are correctly reporting on the system Undertake commercial reviews of new contracts and pre-agreed contracts Discuss legal queries with clients in order to resolve them Draft legal response to both client and solicitors Undertake ad-hoc tasks Working closely with the Head of Legal. About you: Preferably, a degree within law (recent graduates will also be considered) Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficient with Microsoft Office and Outlook Excellent time management and organisational skills Ability to manage workload and work to deadlines when required. You will receive: Starting salary of £20,000 2.30pm finish on a Friday Full comprehensive training on Research and Development Full comprehensive training on the processes of the legal department Bonuses as part of the company structure Full use of our health provider Complete access to our discount’s app, Perk Box; and Most importantly, a fun and supportive team. If you are passionate about succeeding and you are ambitious this could be the role for you. For more information about this role please contact Jo Piper.