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Law Support.

We specialise in recruitment at all levels, across the US and Global law firm sector in London and Europe.

Law Support is a dedicated London based legal support company who are a traditional leading provider of legal support personnel, through such services as legal staffing and document review paralegals, to legal professionals across London and the regions.

Law Support was established in 1997 to support UK and international law firms based here in the City of London with legal support staff recruitment. Since then, we have gradually grown to become one of London’s most successful and reliable legal recruitment firm. We have worked with London’s Magic and Silver Circle law firms, as well as all the leading US law firms and the top regional firms, for nearly twenty years. We are unsurpassed in our knowledge of the London legal market and in-house legal departments.

Staffing

With our in depth interview techniques, testing and assessment facilities we are able to understand the career aspirations and capabilities of our candidates so we ensure that no time is wasted with “pre-selection” and the “best candidate” is found efficiently.
We offer a personal working relationship for both candidate and client, thus giving a complete recruitment package. Our honest and efficient approach will ensure that you always have the best possible advice and service. We value our candidates and clients equally and will ensure that both parties receive the highest level of consultancy at all times.

We recruit for candidates who are seeking permanent, fixed term contract and locum opportunities in the following areas of expertise:

• Locum/Contract Attorneys for document review & eDiscovery solutions
• Legal Secretarial, Legal PA, Bilingual PA, Document Production
• Information, Knowledge Management & Library Services
• Paralegal, Legal Assistant & Litigation Support
• Office/Client Services, Reception, Facilities
• HR, Recruitment & Graduate Recruitment
• Legal & Professional Translation Services
• Marketing & Business Development
• Office Management & DOA
• IT Services & Finance

If you are an employer and would like our assistance recruiting for a vacancy, or if you are looking for a new position yourself and would like to discuss your next career move, please call one of our professional and qualified consultants on 020 7600 3883 for a confidential discussion or email: info@lawsupport.co.uk

Law Support.

Law Support
HR Assistant
London
£28,000 - £30,000 per Year
Our client, a medium sized law firm based in Chancery Lane has a vacancy for an experienced HR Administrator. The role is working in a lovely team environment and is suited to someone who has experience in a similar role. Reporting into the Head of HR you will be the first point of call for general HR queries, management of the HR inboxes. Other duties will include: • Draft general employee letters/emails and contracts. • Manage the onboarding and leaving processes, including setting up new starters on HR systems. • Liaise with agencies, undertake recruitment activities such as arranging interviews and co-ordinating internal diaries along with internal tests/exercises. • Co-ordinate on-boarding process with other support functions. • Manage probation periods and organise end of probation meetings. • Maintain hard copy personnel records and ensure filing is kept up to date. • Support the annual appraisal process, ensuring meetings are taking place and completed appraisals are logged on return to HR. • Conduct the annual screening process. • Manage work experience inductions/weeks. • Draft amendments to handbook and update where relevant. • Manage organograms. • Ensure EC Connect is kept up to date with any changes. • Support HR team with admin processes in HR projects. • Carry out any other ad hoc duties that the HR team require. The firm are looking for the following attributes: • Good organisational skills. • Strong communication skills. • Able to prioritise a busy workload. • Positive can-do and pragmatic approach. • High level of confidentiality. • A can-do attitude of “no job too big or no job too small” In return the firm offer a friendly team environment and hybrid working. 
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Law Support
Diversity and Inclusion Executive
38000 - 42000
The Diversity, Inclusion and Sustainability Advisor will work with the Global Diversity and Inclusion Lead and Global Sustainability Lead to help deliver the firm’s Diversity and Inclusion and Sustainability Strategies.  In particular, they will lead on organising and promoting Diversity and Inclusion and Sustainability activities, work closely with our Diversity and Inclusion Networks and Sustainability Communities across our international offices to organise a regular programme of events, and lead on communications campaigns that help build awareness and engagement in our initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to further develop two global initiatives that are facilitating positive change within our firm.  Both of which are central to our aims of further developing our inclusive working culture and ensuring that we have a positive impact on the communities in which we operate. This a new role, with scope for the successful candidate to help shape its development over time.     Key activities/responsibilities Leading on the delivery of a programme of regular D&I and Sustainability events throughout the year. Managing and building relationships with the firms D&I Networks and Sustainability Communities, supporting them to design and deliver annual action plans, events and community initiatives. Designing and delivering annual D&I and Sustainability communications plans in collaboration with our communications team to increase transparency around progress, celebrate success and increase engagement with our activities within the firm and externally via our website and social media channels. Supporting the Global D&I and Sustainability Leads to deliver global projects within our D&I and Sustainability strategies. Developing links, and acting as a point of contact, with external organisations, including charity partners and membership organisations. Working closely with our Early Careers team to maximise benefits with partner organisations and deliver initiatives to engage with diverse talent. Leading on submissions for related benchmarks and awards Managing ad-hoc queries relating to D&I and Sustainability from a range of internal and external stakeholders, including client requests where appropriate. Supporting the Global Diversity and Inclusion and Sustainability Leads to report on key metrics internally and externally, including diversity and environmental data reporting. Monitoring the success of Diversity and Inclusion and Sustainability activities by collecting and reviewing regular feedback with the goal of improving their effectiveness. Keeping up to date with best practice through attending external conferences and learning events, whilst building a network of D&I / Sustainability professionals. Contributing to the development of the firm's broader Responsible Business initiatives / programme. Skills and experience – essential Experience of supporting on D&I / Sustainability projects and events. Excellent analytical skills. Highly motivated and organised with strong attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft suite, primarily Word, Excel and PowerPoint. High degree of written, oral and digital communication skills. Creative thinker, able to see problems from different angles and suggest alternative solutions. Able to work effectively across all levels of the firm. Skills and experience – desired Experience of working within a professional services firm (preference for law firm experience). Experience of working in a diverse and cross-cultural global organisation. Experience of supporting on D&I / Sustainability activities on an international scale.   Salary is to £42K They offer a competitive benefits and wellbeing package for all employees.
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Law Support
BD Assistant
London
£30,000 - £33,000 per Year
Our client, a Global City Law firm has a vacancy for an experienced Business Development Assistant.   They are seeking a self-motivated person who is capable of working with and supporting our Business Development Manager for Maritime and Senior Business Development Manager for Aviation with the management of existing client relationships and the development of new business opportunities across the global Transport sector. Most excitingly, this role will be instrumental in supporting their ground-breaking thought leadership projects and associated marketing campaigns in the sector. Key activities/responsibilities Working proactively with Global Business Development and Communications team members and other key stakeholders across the firm’s sectors and services to: Research and draft client and prospect information packs. Provide support in researching, drafting and coordinating proposals and credential statements through our PitchPerfect system in Word and Powerpoint. Manage the deployment of client communication alerts, articles and briefings as well as drafting related LinkedIn posts. Ensure that marketing materials, including web content and other collateral, are kept up-to-date and easily accessible. Support in raising the profile of the partners/practice via various communication channels including social media and the website. Capture and review deal and pitch content ensuring information is available and up to date on all global databases. Assist with the coordination of directory, league table and award submissions. Assist with the coordination of events (including webinars) and conference attendance. Understand the importance of budgets and assist in the developments of Request for Budget and Return on Investment forms. Champion the use of our CRM system (InterAction) including ensuring all relevant information is in the system. Support in firmwide projects as appropriate. Skills and experience – essential Understanding and demonstration of firm’s core values of respect, sharing, communication and integrity. Strong written communication and editing skills and the ability to write accurate, concise and persuasive text. Organisation, with an ability to prioritise and a tenacity to see projects and tasks through to completion. A positive role model who meets new challenges with a constructive and open mind. Enthusiasm for new opportunities and ideas. A team player who is confident sharing information across a broader team. The ability to work to tight deadlines. Attention to detail. Strong knowledge of Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Willingness to learn and follow instructions carefully, with the confidence to ask questions when uncertain. Benefits They offer a competitive benefits and wellbeing package for all employees. Also hybrid and flexible working
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Law Support
Service Desk Analyst
London
£30,000 - £35,000
Embark on a pivotal role within a prestigious law firm as a Service Desk Analyst, where your expertise will be instrumental in providing both 1st and 2nd line support to a diverse user base. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, directly reporting to the IT Manager, and playing a crucial part in the smooth operation of the firm's technological infrastructure. The firm values the contribution of its IT staff and understands the importance of their role in ensuring a seamless workflow. As such, the chosen candidate will enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive and professional atmosphere. The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of three years' experience in Service Desk support within a commercial organisation, demonstrating a track record of exceptional service and problem-solving abilities. A technical understanding is essential, including hands-on experience with: - Deployment, configuration, administration, and maintenance of IT equipment such as desktop PCs, laptops, peripherals, mobile devices, and Audio/Video conferencing and presentation equipment. - Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Windows 10/11, Office 2016, and Active Directory. - Expertise in Microsoft Remote Desktop Services (RDS) with Azure MFA. - Skilful management of Mobile Device Management systems. - Knowledge of Fixed Line Telephony, including softphones. - Experience with Mimecast and Sophos Endpoint Protection. Hours of Work The Service Desk provides cover 9:00am to 6:00pm. The hours for this position will be eight hours, including an hour for lunch. Typically, this will be 9.00am to 5.00pm. Taking account of the nature of the role, a degree of flexibility will be required so as properly to fulfil the responsibilities and duties associated with the position. Some work outside business hours may be required for service-affecting maintenance. This is an office based role.
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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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