Legal Support Technical Administrator
Manchester
Hybrid - 1 day per week office attendance
Permanent - potential start date 2nd or 16th November 2026
We're looking for a Legal Support Technical Administrator to join our Legal Support Team to act as a gateway for all new work and to utilise your technical knowledge and expertise to ensure instructions are correctly identified and prioritised to best support to all legal departments of HF whilst following agreed client escalation processes and liaising with key stakeholders as required. You will also provide file and general administration support to all departments of the firm ensuring all our service level agreements (SLA’s) and management information (MI) deadlines are met.
What will I be doing?
- Liaising with clients, third parties and courts regarding new instructions via telephone including requesting papers and ascertaining any additional/missing information.
- Collating information and completing vetting process as required, managing client responses and documenting accurately.
- Prioritise work according to urgency (i.e. AOS dates, SLA, specific client requests).
- Liaise with clients/fee earners regarding duplicate files/conflicts of interest.
- Investigate complex instructions via client/third party liaison.
- Processing Court Proceedings received via post, email and the DCP.
- To be an exceptional team player with a positive and professional work ethic.
- To provide support to Fee Earners as and when required.
- To ensure the confidentiality of all the firm’s and client’s documentation and information in compliance with all DPA requirements.
What do I need?
This is a busy role, requiring a high level of accuracy and the ability to switch between tasks. We don't require any previous experience as full training will be given however, you will be an adaptable, self-motivated team player who works conscientiously and communicates with confidence and professionalism.
What’s in it for you?
Apart from the competitive salary you’d expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We’re committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success.
You’ll enjoy:
- 25 days’ annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme
- Life Insurance & Income Protection
- Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
- Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services
- Pension Scheme
- Electric Car Scheme
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
- Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
- Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub
- Flu & Eyecare Vouchers – and more!
What’s next?
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