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Legal Assistant - Entry Level<br>Orpington<br>Full time / Permanent<br>Monday - Friday 9am-5pm<br>Starting salary - £22,222.20<br>Are you ready to take your first step into the legal and claims world? Looking for a role where you\'ll be supported, trained, and given real opportunities to grow?<br>We\'re expanding our Recovery Team and are looking for a motivated, detail-driven individual who wants to build a long-term career in motor insurance and claims handling. If you have at least 6 months of administrative or clerical experience and enjoy working in a fast-paced, professional environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.<br>What You’ll Be Doing<br>You’ll manage your own portfolio of non-fault motor recovery claims, guiding cases from start to finish with full training and ongoing support.<br>Your responsibilities will include:<br>Handling non-fault motor recovery claims from initiation through to settlement<br>Liaising with insurers, solicitors, third parties, and internal teams<br>Gathering, checking, and organising supporting documentation<br>Maintaining accurate case records on the system<br>Managing correspondence, emails, and telephone enquiries<br>Assessing liability and reviewing evidence<br>What We’re Looking For<br>At least 6 months clerical, administrative, or office-based experience<br>Strong attention to detail and accuracy<br>Confident communication and organisational skills<br>Ability to manage deadlines and workloads effectively<br>Comfortable using Microsoft Office<br>A genuine interest in developing a career within motor claims or insurance<br>What’s In It for You?<br>Full training and structured career development<br>A friendly, supportive, and collaborative team<br>Clear opportunities for internal progression<br>Hybrid working options after training and probation<br>33 days holiday, including

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