We have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Assistant/PA within our Wills, Trusts & Probate department. This role is a full-time role working out of our Ringwood office primarily supporting two of the departments fee earners, along with assisting the department generally. This role would suit someone with previous legal experience. You will be working within a dynamic environment that has a fun and supportive culture. We strive to provide a high-quality service to our clients and to continuously develop. Ellis Jones is a progressive and expanding legal practice with over 190 staff and 8 offices. Our culture supports and encourages your career development. Click to see case studies of some of our employee’s successful career paths . Main Responsibilities as a Legal Assistant/PA: Deal with enquiries and book appointments for the whole team at Ringwood Assist in communication with clients, taking telephone calls and accurately recording messages and providing assistance wherever possible Assist in the personal organisation of Fee Earners and manage their diaries Have great attention to detail Receive and log client funds Invoicing Use our case management system Provide audio typing using BigHand Provide general secretarial/administrative activities to help progress client files Word process documents and materials Maintain and build upon existing client relationships Ensure the positive representation of the firm when dealing with clients and other outside agencies We offer a competitive salary. There is a big emphasis at the firm on rewarding staff and we are continually reviewing our staff benefits. These currently include: above average holiday (31 days inc. bank holidays), an option of a gym membership, extra pension contributions, extra holiday or a Healthcare Cashback Scheme. At Ellis Jones we are proud of our values and culture. If you think that you would fit into our culture, please give us at least one example of how in a covering letter attaching your CV. Ellis Jones is a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. As part of the firm’s commitment to the Covenant, we welcome applications from and guarantee interviews with veterans and Military Spouses/Partners who meet the criteria within this job specification. For further information about our firm’s commitments given under the Covenant, please see our website .