Legal Assistant- 12 month FTC

As one of the Best Big Companies to Work For, we have a rich history of loving our customers and looking after our teams. We understand that success is achieved through our people, and we are searching for a committed and passionate Legal Assistant to join our growing business on a 12 month FTC. In this role, you’ll provide essential technical and administrative support, ensuring that the Company meets its legal obligations in respect of data protection requests. You will deliver both end-to-end management and delivery of data protection requests, including removing and extracting data from systems, obtaining and redacting CCTV footage, as well as critical support to the solicitors within the Legal team to ensure that data protection deadlines are achieved. You will work closely with stakeholders in key departments across the Company, as well as regularly liaising with customers, employees, the Police, external solicitors and other authorities. We are looking for a candidate who has strong IT, people and communication skills and is comfortable dealing with multiple systems and processes. Prior experience with Microsoft eDiscovery and Premiere Pro/DaVinci video editing software is desirable but not required, provided that you have a willingness to learn and can quickly grasp new systems. Our department is focused on commitment, reward and recognition, taking responsibility and innovation, and this is a fantastic opportunity to thrive within our supportive team. We welcome applications from candidates currently working in administrative or IT roles. This is a full-time role, but part-time applicants may also be considered.

Key requirements:

• Time management: manage your own caseload with effective and efficient prioritisation of tasks.
• Team collaboration: work as a team player in a strong, supportive environment.
• Personal responsibility : resolve, resilience, exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines when required.
• Communication: strong communication skills and ability to build rapport with internal and external stakeholders. A good sense of humour is a must!
• Technical ability : particular proficiency in MS Office tools, Adobe Acrobat and a willingness to embrace new technologies, systems and processes.

What to expect from us:

• Collaborative environment
• 25 days holiday, plus 8 days bank holiday
• 15% store discount, 30% club individual restaurant discount
• Discounted gym membership
• Charity fundraising events
• Educational sponsorship
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Long service awards
• Reward & recognition