Practice Assistant
Browne Jacobson
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Job Description
About the Role: Practice Assistant
We are seeking a dedicated Practice Assistant to join our Legal Support Services team at Browne Jacobson. This permanent position, based in either our Birmingham or Nottingham office, will be a key point of contact for fee earners within our Business & Professional Risk department.
As a Practice Assistant, you will take full ownership of work completion, supporting fee earners by efficiently managing and overseeing tasks. While you will have the opportunity to delegate to our Team Assistants and Shared Services team, accountability for successful delivery remains with you.
Who We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced legal environment.
Key Skills and Experience
- Experience working within a legal or professional services setting.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- A strong aptitude for producing high-quality documents and client communications.
- Advanced knowledge of document management systems (DMS) and case management systems.
Key skills/competency
- Legal Support
- Document Management
- Case Management
- Client Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Attention to Detail
- Multi-tasking
- Delegation
- Professional Services
- Legal Administration
How to Get Hired at Browne Jacobson
- Research Browne Jacobson's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor to understand their commitment to legal excellence.
- Tailor your resume for legal support roles: Highlight your experience in legal or professional services, advanced Microsoft Office skills, and proficiency with document/case management systems.
- Showcase attention to detail: Provide concrete examples of how your meticulousness ensured accuracy in document production and client communications in previous roles.
- Prepare for competency-based interviews: Be ready to discuss how you manage multiple priorities, delegate effectively, and maintain high standards in a busy legal environment.
- Demonstrate strong communication skills: Practice articulating your experiences clearly and concisely, focusing on your role as a single point of contact and client-facing interactions.
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