DAC Beachcroft

Legal Assistant

• Provide comprehensive support to lawyers and work closely with colleagues across the wider business to ensure work is delivered efficiently and effectively.
• Managing inboxes, emails and correspondence on behalf of lawyers where required
• Preparing, formatting and distributing documents and communications to a high standard
• Supporting the organisation and management of case and matter files
• Arranging meetings, coordinating diaries and organising travel arrangements
• Assisting with client communications and ensuring adherence to client-specific processes and requirements
• Producing presentations, marketing materials and other business documentation
• Maintaining accurate client contact information and document records
• Supporting lawyers with billing administration, matter management and financial reporting tasks
• Processing expenses and assisting with finance-related queries
• Managing confidential information in accordance with firm policies and data security requirements
• Working collaboratively with legal and business support teams to deliver an excellent internal and external client experience

Legal Secretary

• Provide comprehensive support to lawyers and work closely with colleagues across the wider business
• Manage inboxes, emails and correspondence on behalf of lawyers where required
• Prepare, format and distribute documents and communications to a high standard
• Support the organisation and management of case and matter files
• Arrange meetings, coordinate diaries and organise travel arrangements
• Assist with client communications and ensure adherence to client-specific processes and requirements
• Produce presentations, marketing materials and other business documentation
• Maintain accurate client contact information and document records
• Support lawyers with billing administration, matter management and financial reporting tasks
• Process expenses and assist with finance-related queries
• Manage confidential information in accordance with firm policies and data security requirements
• Work collaboratively with legal and business support teams to deliver an excellent internal and external client experience

Administrative Assistant

• Administrative & File Management
• - Maintaining electronic and paper files, ensuring documents are accurately filed and organised.
• - Supporting file opening, closing and archiving processes in line with firm procedures.
• - Managing incoming post, scanning and distributing documents to relevant stakeholders.
• - Uploading, editing and managing PDF documents and electronic files.
• - Sending large electronic document packs securely via OneDrive.
• - Supporting the preparation, collation and indexing of legal documentation.
• - Assisting with the production of both electronic and hard copy court bundles.
• Team & Client Support
• - Supporting lawyers and secretarial colleagues with a range of administrative requests.
• - Assisting with the organisation of meetings, events, seminars and conferences.
• - Booking travel, taxis, meeting rooms and couriers.
• - Handling basic client correspondence and responding to meeting requests where appropriate.
• - Answering calls and supporting team communications to ensure work is delivered promptly and efficiently.
• Finance Administration
• - Providing support with billing and finance administration activities.
• - Assisting with expense submissions on behalf of fee earners.
• - Responding to matter-related finance queries as required.
• Service Delivery & Compliance
• - Managing priorities effectively and meeting agreed deadlines.
• - Maintaining accurate client and matter data.
• - Ensuring compliance with firm processes, data security requirements and regulatory obligations.
• - Delivering a responsive, professional and client-focused service at all times.

Controller

• Manage a portfolio of outstanding debt to support cash collection targets and reduce aged debt.
• Conduct a high volume of outbound calls and emails to clients regarding outstanding invoices.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with Partners, Lawyers, and Clients to facilitate debt recovery.
• Deliver a professional and customer-focused approach while managing sensitive collection conversations.
• Investigate and resolve payment delays by liaising with internal departments and identifying root causes.
• Attend internal and external stakeholder meetings to discuss debt recovery strategies and account management.
• Prepare and distribute monthly statements of account using Excel.
• Maintain accurate records, notes, and activity updates within the 3E system.
• Develop and implement collection strategies to maximise recoveries and minimise overdue balances.
• Ensure all collection activities are completed in line with company procedures and service standards.

Debt Controller – 6 month FTC

Attorney

• Advising clients on a wide range of commercial disputes including contractual, shareholder, professional negligence, fraud, and insolvency-related claims.
• Managing case files and assisting partners with all aspects of litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR).
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, correspondence, and reports for clients.
• Conducting legal research and analysis on complex factual and legal issues.
• Working closely with clients, counsel, experts, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient and effective case management.
• Contributing to thought leadership and business development activities.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members where appropriate.

Solicitor – Commercial Litigation

• Managing correspondence, emails and document workflows on behalf of lawyers.
• Preparing, formatting and producing legal documents, reports and client communications.
• Creating and maintaining electronic case files and ensuring information is accurately recorded.
• Managing inboxes, filing systems and document management platforms.
• Preparing electronic bundles and collating documentation for clients, Counsel and experts.
• Coordinating meetings, diaries, travel arrangements and client events.
• Drafting routine correspondence and communications on behalf of fee earners.
• Maintaining accurate client records and ensuring files remain organised and up to date.
• Supporting business development activities, including client contact reporting and event administration.
• Handling confidential information in accordance with firm policies and data security requirements.
• Assisting lawyers with billing, expenses and finance-related administration.
• Supporting the management of work in progress (WIP) and fee collection activities.
• Processing disbursements, payments, bank transfers and account-related requests.
• Investigating and resolving billing and account queries.
• Maintaining spreadsheets and contributing to management information reporting.
• Liaising with Finance and other support teams to ensure the smooth processing of financial activities.
• Acting as a key point of contact for lawyers and providing responsive, proactive support.
• Building effective working relationships across legal and business support teams.
• Supporting colleagues during periods of absence or high workload.
• Attending and coordinating team meetings where required.
• Working closely with the Secretarial Team Leader to ensure service excellence and effective workload management.

Paralegal

• Proactively running a case load of small/fast/intermediary and/or multi-track litigated claims in strict adherence to the Service Level Agreement(s) entered into with the insurer client and assisting senior colleagues with more complex cases.
• Be responsible for managing all financial aspects of their caseload, to include billing in strict adherence to the Service Level Agreement(s) entered into with the insurer client, managing WIP, debt and resolving general accounting queries.
• Day to day responsibilities will include but is not limited to the following: - Analysis of evidence and setting case strategies encompassing both technical and commercial considerations, obtaining and drafting pleadings, witness statements and letters of response, conducting (telephone) negotiation of claims, preparing detailed counter schedules, sound file management – to include consistent and accurate: billing; management of WIP and file closures; updating Management Information.
• Participate in business development and client training events where necessary

Solicitor, CILEx Lawyer, Experienced Paralegal – Travel & Tourism

Accounts Payable

• Support the Accounts Payable team in managing all outgoing business and matter-related payments.
• Working closely with colleagues across the firm and external suppliers.
• Ensure invoices, expenses and payment requests are processed accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Play a key role in ensuring payments are processed efficiently and queries are resolved effectively.
• Help support the firm's operational success.

Accounts Payable Assistant

• Maintain and organise electronic and paper files, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with firm standards
• Open and close files on the case management system, ensuring all processes are completed correctly
• Manage document handling including scanning, filing, and distribution of incoming correspondence
• Support document preparation, including printing, copying, PDF editing, and bundling
• Provide administrative support to lawyers and legal support teams in line with business needs
• Assist with the organisation of client events, seminars, and meetings, including logistics, materials, and coordination
• Act as a reliable point of contact within the team, maintaining effective communication and meeting deadlines
• Update workflow tracking schedules and ensure accurate matter administration
• Upload and manage documents within client data rooms
• Prepare court bundles (electronic and hard copy), following instructions and relevant procedures
• Provide support with billing processes where required
• Assist with matter-related financial administration, including payments and expenses
• Manage multiple priorities effectively, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all tasks
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of client protocols and team processes
• Ensure all work is completed in line with firm policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Work collaboratively across the wider business, contributing to a one-team culture
• Operate with a strong awareness of risk, compliance, and data security
• Deliver a professional, client-focused service at all times

People Operations

• Acting as the first point of contact for general queries, managing the People Advisory mailbox, providing timely and accurate advice on people policies and processes and escalating as appropriate to the relevant team in a timely manner.
• Supporting all aspects of the colleague lifecycle, including, but not limited to, processing changes and maintaining accurate colleague records in compliance with data protection standards.
• Ensuring people systems are updated accurately and on time for monthly payroll.
• Managing administrative processes including, but not limited to, probation, parental leave, leavers, and generating supporting correspondence as appropriate.
• Maintaining absence records, producing reports, and escalating issues where appropriate.
• Handling confidential information in line with data security protocols and agreed SLAs.
• Communicating effectively with the business to deliver a professional, high-quality service.
• Identifying and contributing to process improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
• Building strong relationships with other People teams such as Talent Attraction, Talent Development, and People Business Partners and supporting ad hoc projects where required.
• Assisting with reporting and analysis to inform decision-making within the People team.
• Other administrative support as required by the business.

People Advisory Assistant

• Act as a first point of contact for People queries via email, phone and ticketing systems
• Provide timely, accurate and customer-focused responses to colleagues and managers
• Work collaboratively within the People Support team to manage and resolve queries efficiently
• Coordinate administrative support for development events and learning interventions
• Communications and promotion of learning activities
• Room booking and set-up
• Preparation and distribution of learning materials
• Managing invitations, reminders and joining instructions
• Liaise with third-party providers to support delivery of learning events
• Support the evaluation and feedback process for all learning activity
• Process budgets in line with approved spend
• Maintain the learning management system
• Adding new courses and events
• Updating attendance records
• Managing resources and content
• Manage enquiries through shared inboxes
• Identify opportunities to enhance processes and improve the learner experience
• Provide administrative support to Talent & Development and wider People initiatives
• Support general HR administration across the People function as required
• Work with an understanding of DAC Beachcroft’s international structure
• Act in the best interests of the firm at all times
• Operate effectively in a regulated environment
• Build effective working relationships and contribute positively to team and firm objectives

People Assistant – T&D

• Advising on a wide range of commercial and contractual matters including:
• Drafting, negotiating and advising on complex commercial contracts for public and private sector clients;
• Advising on outsourcing, managed services, technology, facilities management and strategic service delivery arrangements;
• Supporting public sector clients on major transformation, infrastructure and regeneration projects;
• Advising on PFI, PPP and other long-term partnering arrangements throughout their lifecycle, including contract management, contract variations, operational issues and expiry planning;
• Supporting clients in relation to PFI handback and operational contract matters;
• Advising on procurement strategy, procurement processes and procurement law compliance for a variety of commercial arrangements;
• Working on major cross-disciplinary projects involving colleagues from procurement, real estate, construction, projects, finance and disputes teams;
• Providing practical, risk-based and commercially focused advice to clients;
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships;
• Supporting business development, thought leadership, training and client events.

Solicitor – Commercial and Procurement

• Drafting, negotiating and advising on complex commercial contracts for public and private sector clients;
• Advising on outsourcing, managed services, technology, facilities management and strategic service delivery arrangements;
• Supporting public sector clients on major transformation, infrastructure and regeneration projects;
• Advising on PFI, PPP and other long-term partnering arrangements throughout their lifecycle, including contract management, contract variations, operational issues and expiry planning;
• Supporting clients in relation to PFI handback and operational contract matters;
• Advising on procurement strategy, procurement processes and procurement law compliance for a variety of commercial arrangements;
• Working on major cross-disciplinary projects involving colleagues from procurement, real estate, construction, projects, finance and disputes teams;
• Providing practical, risk-based and commercially focused advice to clients;
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships;
• Supporting business development, thought leadership, training and client events.

Commercial Solicitor, Procurement

• Working within the Corporate Insurance & Risk (CIR) team, your caseload will be made up of a mixture of EL and PL claims, predominantly for corporate clients
• Provide a timely, professional and high-quality service to corporate clients in the management of injury cases
• Be responsible for effectively and commercially handling a varied caseload of EL and PL work with an appropriate level of supervision
• Act as a trusted advisor for clients, demonstrating a level of knowledge and skill commensurate with experience
• Create value to clients, by identifying opportunities and delivering creative, bespoke legal solutions to support the challenges they face
• Support marketing and business development activity within CIR (e.g. attending marketing events, delivering client training, clinics, meetings and entertainment activities)
• Build an awareness of DAC Beachcroft's other services
• Build effective internal and external networks
• Maintain an awareness of the Firm's strategies and plans
• Handle confidential information in line with the firms data security protocols
• Potential for supervision and management responsibilities in the future
• Comply with internal and external service level agreements
• Record timely and accurate management information
• Meet individual performance measures