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HR Support
HR Assistant - Part time
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We are delighted to be working with a large, national, property development and management company to help them find a part-time HR Assistant to join their HR team in London.As this is a part-time role (3 days per week, 2 of which are in the office) they are keen to hear from people who are genuinely interested in a part-time role for the flexibility it provides, as it’s unlikely that the role will ever need someone full time.In terms of experience, they are happy to hear from candidates with 6-12 months office administration (in HR would be great, but not essential) in a commercial/corporate environment, but would also welcome applications from more experienced HR Assistants/Coordinators who are returning to work and/or looking to reduce their hours and don’t mind working in a role that might not be as senior as they’ve been used to.Duties will include;The day-to-day HR administration duties such as keeping company records and databases up to date, preparing letters, emails and forms.Providing assistance to the HR Manager and support on all aspects of the employee lifecycle including time off, L&D arrangements, appraisals, employee relations meetings etc.Assist with the administration of the monthly payroll. Monitor and be responsible for the HR & Recruitment inboxes, dealing with queries or passing on, as appropriate. Update and monitor the HR system and maintain up-to-date and accurate records for all employees. Assist in administration of HR policies and procedures. Providing assistance with recruitment activities, including placing adverts, updating recruitment records and co-ordinating interviews. Co-ordinate and arrange onboarding of new starters and offboarding of leavers. As required, providing support and information for stakeholders on things such as wellbeing, mental health first aid, and Diversity & Inclusion. Providing assistance with ad-hoc HR projects as and when needed.For more information or for a confidential chat about this, or any opportunities in HR, please contact John Bruce.
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US Law Support
Receptionist
London
£38,000 - £40,000 per Year
We are currently recruiting for a Guest Services Assistant to join the London office of one of the world’s best law firms, on a temporary to permanent basis.The Guest Services Assistant will act as a host to the external and internal clients to provide a memorable experience, providing an exceptional and world class reception service. Working closely with internal teams, such as Audio Visual, Hospitality and Facilities, the successful candidate will coordinate all guest services and ensure the guest experience is of the highest quality.Duties will include, but are not limited to:Hosting all visitors and guests to the client suite, delighting all guests and ensuring a world class customer experience.Delivering high performance through client service excellence from arrival to exit.Accurate and efficient administration of the room booking function and other requested administration tasks.Meeting and greeting clients from the ground floor, adhering to the agreed service levels.Welcome and escort all visitors to their guest desk, office or meeting room.Ensuring that all telephone calls are answered using the standard greeting and within the agreed SLA.Supervising the co-ordination of all meetings, including VIP functions and events.Ensuring that the housekeeping of both receptions, Client Suite rooms, internal meeting rooms and guest working spaces are maintained to a very high standard at all times. •Booking clients’ taxis, meeting room request and more when required. A rotating shift rota is in place to ensure the Guest Services Assistant enjoys a broad range of tasks and a competitive salary of up to circa £38-40,000 is on offer (FTE).Suitable applicants will have a background in providing a 5* customer service experience, either within a law firm/professional services environment or within hospitality/an airline. The perfect Guest Services Assistant will take pride in the service they provide, be proactive & resourceful, an approachable team player and demonstrate a can-do attitude.The role is due to commence ASAP so please do not delay in applying!
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US Law Support
HR Advisor
London
£48,000 - £50,000 per Year
US Law Support are pleased to be recruiting for a new HR Advisor, to work in the London office of a leading global law firm on a permanent basis.The successful candidate will support the HR Manager in the provision of operational support to key client groups. Typical responsibilities will include:Assisting with the operational HR cycle for relevant groups including support for local contacts in allocated EME offices.Building strong relationships with key stakeholders and holding regular meetings with Partners to understand their HR needs.Conducting exit interviews (where required) and new joiner meetings.Supporting with ER cases.Managing family leave processes and flexible working requests in line with policy and business needsSupporting the HR Manager on Performance review / salary review process.Providing informal, on-the-spot coaching to line managers on people management related matters.Delegating tasks appropriately to HR administration team.Supporting on HR department projects and other initiatives.Suitable applicants will have prior HR Advisor experience gained from within a legal or professional services environment. We are seeking candidates with strong employment knowledge, excellent advisory skills, a proactive approach and demonstrable working knowledge of the full employee lifecycle. Prior use of HR systems and the ability to manage multiple priorities are crucial and a CIPD qualification is highly desirable.A competitive salary of circa £50,000 is on offer, and 3:2 hybrid working arrangements are in place.Applications are being welcomed now, for immediate review. Successful applicants will be contacted by US Law Support and provided with a full JD.
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US Law Support
AML Compliance Analyst
London
£50,000 - £55,000 per Year
We are currently recruiting for a brand-new Compliance Analyst vacancy in the London office of a leading US law firm.Working as part of the global Client Intake team, the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with the administrative onboarding of new clients and matters, with a focus on compiling and reviewing know-your-client due diligence under applicable anti-money laundering regulations.Duties will include:Supporting with AML processes for new and existing clients, ongoing client monitoring, sanctions checks and other risk management procedures.Responding to AML queries from lawyers and staff worldwideConfirming adequate AML documentation is obtained by the Firm for all new clientsCollaborating with Compliance Attorneys to perform due diligence on low, medium and higher-risk clients and matters and elevating such cases to the Firm’s MLROMonitoring risk training recordsUpdating AML manuals, Office Risk Assessments and the AML intake form as neededKeeping up to date with changes in UK and EU AML regulations and/or associated regulatory guidanceAssisting with key compliance-based projects as neededSuitable applicants will have gained prior experience in a similar role within a law firm or professional services environment, display familiarity with international environments and possess excellent teamworking skills.A competitive salary of £50-55,000 is on offer and this is a permanent position, with hybrid working arrangements.Please do not delay in applying as the 2-stage interview process will shortly be commencing.
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IP Support
IP Renewals Assistant
London
£ - 40,000
New permanent opportunity for an experienced IP Renewals AdministratorWe are seeking a motivated individual to take the on responsibility for the renewal function support the work, undertaken by the Patent and Trade Marks Prosecution Teams of this International law firm.  In this position you will enjoy a varied workload, working alongside a team of Patent and Trade Mark Administrators, supporting partners and associates in the UK and in other international offices by providing information to various clients, patent and trade mark offices, or agencies around the world.Main duties and responsibilities:Docketing patent, trade mark and design renewals information accurately within the firm’s case management systems.Ensuring all renewal deadlines are met in a timely manner.Acknowledging client instructions and acting upon them accordingly.Managing renewal correspondence, including handling emails to and from clients and foreign agents, and responding to inquiries as needed.Preparing and sending monthly renewal reminders with cost estimatesSupporting billing processes and addressing any related billing enquiries, including invoicing and matter managementAttending to renewal payments directly at relevant OfficesInstructing foreign renewal payments via our national offices, foreign agent’s or renewal providersFull responsibility for day to day renewal managementQualifications / experience required:Previous Patent and/or trade mark administrator experience, preferably including management of renewalsGood working knowledge of electronic filing systemsGood oral and written communication skillsAble to manage competing demands and work well under pressureExcellent IT skills, including Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and ExcelPrevious legal database experienceHighly organised and methodical approach to the role as well as confidence with IT systemsAttention to detail and the confidence to work independentlyHighly motivated and commercially astuteExcellent communication skills and a collegiate, team-based attitudeThe ability to work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining a high level of accuracySelf-motivated, hardworking, reliable and works well under pressure
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IP Support
IP Administrator - 12 Month Contract - Cambridge
£ - Competitive
12 month contract for an experienced IP Administrator In this position you will be responsible for providing filing and post-filing assistance in accordance with official rules and regulations, and using the firm’s case management system in order to support the patent fee earners in providing a timely and efficient service.Key Responsibilities:Generating and forwarding documentation to internal and external clientsFiling of correspondence electronically in the document management system Monitoring due date/reminder lists and following up as required.Liaising with external parties to resolve queries or obtain instructions.Recording service charges as applicable.Accessing external information sources to check and retrieve relevant information.Working in compliance with the firm’s quality management systems and policies.Case Administration - recording events, processing documentation, sending out appropriate reminders and ensuring case record information is up to date and accurate.Filing - preparing and officially filing Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) applications, instructing foreign attorneys and arranging for associated fees to be paid.Post Filing - obtaining and submitting all documentation required to progress a filed application.Knowledge and experience required:Previous administrative experience in a legal environmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsGood IT skills – including MS Office and OutlookExperience of a document management system (preferred but not essential)IP experience (preferred but not essential)CIPA Administrator qualification (preferred but not essential)
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Law Support
BD Manager
55000 - 65000
Our client, a boutique city based law firm has a vacancy for a Business Development & Marketing Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development & Marketing Manager to join our highly driven team. Working closely with the management group and other stakeholders within the firm, we are looking for a dynamic and energetic person to join the professional support team.This is a newly created, and, varied role that will give the successful applicant the opportunity to lead on BD and marketing initiatives and play a pivotal role in the firm’s continuing growth and success.The role holder will work closely with the Management team and fee earners, with key responsibilities, including but not limited to:Business Development - Developing strategies to identify new opportunities by conducting research on potential clients, industries or markets; analyse industry trends to open up new opportunities; preparing and delivering pitches and presentation materials; collaborating with internal stakeholders aligning with the firm’s requirements; responsibility for and continual updating of the firm’s CRM system.Marketing strategy - Executing multi-channel marketing campaigns from inception through project planning to delivery; measurement, evaluation and summary to internal stakeholders; responsibility for managing the legal directory and awards submission processes.Client communications - Taking a lead on management of the firm’s social media channels; responsibility for production of external firm newsletters and co-ordination across the firm ensuring they are promoted in a timely way; briefing external agencies to produce high quality creative campaigns that ensure the application of brand guidelines is applied; delivery of all relevant projects.Reporting and analysis - Tracking and reporting the effectiveness of the firm's BD and marketing activities; providing data and analysis to make recommendations to internal stakeholders using the firm’s CRM system.The firm is innovative, dynamic, bold, conflict-free and a value-driven alternative to traditional full-service law firms. They have grown significantly since the firm was founded and have ambitious plans for further expansion. They are looking for candidates with the following experience:Proven relevant experience (between 5-7 years) gained whilst working in a similar level role within a law firm, preferably within the area of dispute resolution.Strong understanding of a boutique law firm, digital marketing and CRM systems.Desire to work in a varied role where no two days are the same.Ambitious and desire to grow your career in a performance reward based cultureA team player who will be comfortable working in a small, highly performing, collaborative and interactive team.Can-do attitude and outstanding organisation and communication skills with high levels of accuracy.Strong written communication and editing skills and the ability to write accurate, concise, and persuasive text.Confidence to present at partner level.Strong knowledge of all Microsoft programs – Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Sharepoint, Adobe InDesign (or similar) and good working knowledge of Document Management Systems (preferably NetDocs) and CRM systems (preferably Nimble). Salary band: £55k-£65k, DOEHybrid working (3 days in the office minimum)Extended remote working days
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About Us.

Established in 1997 the Law Support Group is a dedicated legal recruitment consultancy, a leading provider of legal staff into UK, US, International and specialist firms.

Since inception the Law Support Group has grown to become recognised as a pre-eminent legal recruitment firm, with an exemplary network of candidates and clients enabling the recruitment of support staff, solicitors, partners and other professionals into private practice, specialist firms and in-house legal departments in London and across the country.

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What our candidates say.

“Thanks to this agency we have recently recruited a great legal secretary, at a time when there were very few candidates available, Fran was very prompt in forwarding CVs of such a high standard resulting in several interviews and for the first time in many months I have seen such high calibre candidates from one agency."

Candidate 1 ,
Law Support

"Jo is a friendly and warm legal recruiter that really takes the time to get to know her candidates. In my personal experience, Jo really went above and beyond to find the right role for me, and thought outside the box. A number of recruiters are pushy sales people and claim to know the industry; Jo differs because she does understand her clients as well as her candidates."

Candidate 6,
Law Support

"I worked with Jo for circa 12 years whilst I was employed at Clifford Chance. She was always quick to understand any recruitment briefs given and did an excellent job of screening candidates always ensuring there was a good short list to interview from and that they were the “crème de la crème” of available candidates at the time. She ensured that the candidates were well informed of the prospective roles and the company itself.She was always able to provide the right calibre of candidates in knowledge and levels required. On the very odd occasion she did not have suitable candidates she was always honest in stating this which meant time was never wasted unnecessarily either for her candidates or management time.Jo had and still maintains a cheerful disposition which puts companies and her candidates at ease which alongside her extensive experience and knowledge results in positive matches. If you require help with any roles you may have and/or are a candidate looking for work within the Legal environ, I would highly recommend that you contact Jo."

Client 3,
Law Support

"Jo was fantastic from start to finish in securing my new role. She clearly knew Hempsons as a firm very well and managed to secure me an interview quickly. She made me feel at ease with the transition I would have to make from agency to in-house recruitment. I am grateful to her for securing me my dream role." 

Candidate 7,
Law Support

"An extremely supportive and professional business that helped me grow and be presented with opportunities that developed my legal skills.I had moved to London and was immediately presented with exciting and interesting opportunities that allowed me to live a nice lifestyle, whilst developing my contact base in London.In particular, I worked with Nick Baylis. He was supportive, friendly and professional. Nick provided me with many opportunities whilst I was employed with DA that developed my legal and networking skills.After some time with DA, I was offered the opportunity to interview for a paralegal position with a top 10 U.K. law firm. I was successful in the interview and now have a training contract with this firm. I am absolutely delighted and would not be in this position had it not been for DA Solutions. Thank you DA!"

Candidate 8,
DA Solutions

"I’d like to stress that while my experience with many agencies in the past has been patchy at best, Law Support really stands out for me as a diamond in the rough!One of the senior recruiters, Nick Baylis has found me a number of really engaging roles during this time. From the outset, Nick has been a real asset – he completely understands his field of work and clearly has a real knack for building sustained working rapports with individuals. You can trust that Nick will keep you fully informed of vacancies as they become available, but will equally ensure that you only find yourself in the roles which you are comfortable taking.Many thanks and I hope our paths cross again!" 

Candidate 9,
DA Solutions

"Highly recommended! Every member of staff that I came into contact with was exceptionally professional and highly competent. Nick helped me a lot and found me the perfect role right away. He was always extremely efficient and supportive in answering any questions and kept me regularly updated about new roles. A great team who I definitely endorse to all those looking for a great personalised recruitment service."

Candidate 10,
DA Solutions

"Had an amazing experience with the Law Support group who took me right the way through the employment process. I dealt with Nick who gave me great guidance before interviews and made me feel very confident in myself. I am now happily employed thanks to Law Support taking all of the stress out the process."

Candidate 11,
Law Support

"Best recruiter I have dealt with. I have been working with Nick for almost one year. True professional, has a good understanding of the candidate’s needs, always knows what is happening in the market, and goes that extra mile to secure a position. Friendly, responsive and approachable agency, they are always on the other end of the line. Would definitely recommend them!" 

Candidate 12,
DA Solutions

I had the pleasure of working with Christian as my law support professional during a recent legal matter. Christian was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, and he always went above and beyond to answer my questions and provide me with the support I needed. 

I would highly recommend Christian to anyone who is looking for a law support professional who is knowledgeable, helpful, and compassionate.

Maria Morsillo,
Production Manager

Latest News.

ILSPA discounts on legal secretary and paralegal skills courses
ILSPA discounts on legal secretary and paralegal skills courses

ILSPA is offering its members a 20% discount on its Advanced Single Subject Legal Courses, which was previously only applicable to ILSPA’s Legal Secretaries Diploma graduates. The usual course price is £300, but with the 20% discount there is a saving of £60, making the cost £240 – which can be paid either in full or in interest-free instalments. Many of ILSPA’s members work in specific legal departments, such as litigation or family law. “Being able to advance your knowledge and skills in the area you work in will not only help you perform better in your role, but it will also show your employers that you are dedicated to your job,” said ILSPA. “If you are working in a certain area of law at the moment and you would like a change, that’s another good reason to study one of our advanced-level courses – you can acquire the knowledge and skills you need to make the move to another department or firm.” ILSPA offers candidates looking for a job in the legal profession a range of subjects, including Civil Litigation, Corporate and Commercial Law, Criminal Law, Land Law and Conveyancing, Family Law – and Wills, Probate and Administration. “Our advanced level courses will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the area of law you study, as well as some paralegal skills,” added ILSPA. “This means that your employer will be able to give you more responsibility in your role, which could potentially lead to a pay raise or promotion. “Our courses are available to study online by distance learning – you can start at any time of the year and study at your own pace.” Students have up to one year to complete ILSPA courses, although students generally complete them within six months, depending on how much time they dedicate to their studies. All course materials and resources are available online through the student area of the ILSPA website. “When you enrol, you will be able to log in and access everything you need – when studying from home, you can receive help and support during the course from your Course Assessor or a member of our team,” added ILSPA. “There are no examinations for the courses – the subjects are assessed through coursework which you must send to us to be marked. “You are required to complete an online multiple-choice achievement test and a written assignment – your assignment will either include a series of questions relating to the area of law you have chosen, or be a scenario in which you are to advise on the correct legal proceedings.” ILSPA added that graduates would not only be able to show their knowledge of law after studying the course, but also demonstrate their paralegal skills. The Law Support Group covers all areas of recruitment – from support staff to fee-earner level recruitment – for both regional and international banking and law firms here in the UK, Europe and the Middle East. Our website is updated regularly and the latest legal support jobs – including legal secretary jobs – are available online.

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Law firms Moore Blatch and Barlow Robbins to merge
Law firms Moore Blatch and Barlow Robbins to merge

Leading UK law firms Moore Blatch and Barlow Robbins have agreed to merge – and will commence trading as Moore Barlow from 1 May. The new firm will have offices in Southampton, Guildford, Woking and Lymington, as well as two locations in London – Richmond and the City of London, offering a wide range of services to clients. Sectors covered by the new firm will include Education, Family Law, Financial Services, Healthcare, Housebuilding, Manufacturing and Logistics, Retail and Leisure, Rural Affairs, Personal Injury  – and Technology, Media and Communications. Moore Barlow will have 70 partners, as well as 272 lawyers and legal professionals such as legal support staff and paralegals, with a total staff of nearly 500 across the six UK offices. The firm will have a combined turnover of almost £40 million, putting it well within the roster of the UK’s top 100 law firms, said a statement. “In terms of clients, Moore Barlow will be focused primarily on meeting the needs of private individuals and families, owners and managers of fast-moving organisations and businesses – and people whose lives have been affected by serious accidents or negligence. “Each of these groups requires relationship-oriented legal advisors, who are dedicated to helping them find the best path through complex, difficult or stressful situations – a focus and approach which will set Moore Barlow apart in the marketplace. “At the heart of the firm’s proposition will be a singular focus on people, both when it comes to clients and the firm’s 500-strong workforce across the UK.” Managing partner of Moore Blatch, Ed Whittington, added:“There is a unique opportunity to bring together the absolute best of our two organisations – both outstanding firms with deep regional roots, strong areas of specialism and dedicated teams of exceptional talent. “By combining our respective and highly complementary areas of expertise within a culture of excellence and support, we will be one of very few firms with the breadth, depth and resources to meet all the needs of our core client groups. “Moving forward with a clear vision and building on a shared set of values, Moore Barlow is poised to become a national leader in our chosen fields.” CEO of Barlow Robbins, Helen Goatley, said: “We feel strongly that the focus on people which lies at the heart of Moore Barlow will truly set us apart in the marketplace. “For clients looking for a relationship-led service, we offer a strong commitment to achieving better outcomes for people, whether they are individuals, families, managers, leaders or entrepreneurs – and particularly those encountering opportunity, challenge or life-altering circumstances. “Today’s top talent also want the right mix of a stimulating, rewarding career alongside a fulfilling work-life balance – an experience which we feel Moore Barlow will be uniquely suited to offer and from which our clients can only benefit.” The Law Support Group covers all areas of recruitment – from support staff to fee-earner level recruitment – for both regional and international banking and law firms here in the UK, Europe and the Middle East. Our website is updated regularly and the latest legal support jobs – including lawyer jobs, legal assistant jobs, paralegal jobs, document reviewer jobs, legal secretary jobs and patent administrator jobs – are available online.

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SRA disability inclusion survey sets out good practice in legal profession
SRA disability inclusion survey sets out good practice in legal profession

An SRA survey on disability has found that many people working in the legal profession are still reluctant to discuss their needs with employers. A survey of 3,000 legal firms also found examples of specific initiatives and approaches within individual firms, which are delivering positive outcomes for employees and clients alike. “According to our most recent statistics, three per cent of solicitors currently declare they have a disability – a figure virtually unchanged in the last ten years,” said the SRA. “This compares to figures released by the Government which estimate that thirteen per cent of the overall workforce in the UK have a disability.” Under reporting disability to employers involved concern that declaring a disability might suggest a lower level of competency, or there might be a lack of opportunities for staff to request reasonable adjustments within a supportive environment – as well as legal firms not having policies, practices and procedures in place to help disabled staff.  Good practice examples within the report focused on seven key areas – including culture, leadership, recruitment and making reasonable adjustments. Under each area the report provides general advice, top tips and case study examples from specific named firms. SRA Chief Executive Paul Philip said:  “It is important that people who need legal services have access to a profession that is diverse and inclusive. “We know that diverse businesses are better businesses, so wanted to find out more about what lies behind the apparent under-declaration of disabilities in the legal workforce. “Our new report also looks at what firms can do to promote a much more disability inclusive working environment, highlighting best practice.” As well as the 3,000 law firms surveyed about their policies and practices, the SRA also engaged directly with disability experts and disabled solicitors – and also conducted a review of existing published research on the topic of disability in the workplace. The report Promoting disability inclusion in law firms – setting out good practice is available online. The Law Support Group covers all areas of recruitment – from support staff to fee-earner level recruitment – for both regional and international banking and law firms here in the UK, Europe and the Middle East. Our website is updated regularly and the latest legal support jobs – including lawyer jobs, legal assistant jobs, paralegal jobs, document reviewer jobs, legal secretary jobs and patent administrator jobs – are available online.

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