Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant (Part-Time)

Location: Arriva UK Head Office, Doxford International Business Park, Sunderland
Contract Type: Fixed Term (3-6 months)
Hours: 21 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Salary: £14,545 per annum (Pro Rata)

About Arriva Group

Arriva is one of Europe's leading providers of passenger transport services, operating in 14 countries and employing over 44,000 people. With a focus on delivering high-quality services for our passengers, transport authorities, and clients, we aim to drive innovation and sustainability across the transport industry. Join us at a time of exciting growth and help shape the future of transport services across Europe.

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated Administrative Assistant to support our in-house legal team, Transcare Law, on a part-time, fixed-term basis. This role provides the opportunity to gain valuable experience within a fast-paced legal environment, contributing to the efficient operation of our legal function. Please note, this role requires the successful candidate to be on-site throughout the week.

Key Responsibilities

• Invoice Management: Process and track legal and administrative invoices in line with Arriva's policies.
• Debt Payment Administration: Support the administration of debt payments, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Document Management: Assist with photocopying, filing, and preparing Court Bundles electronically.
• Trial Preparation: Maintain trial lists and ensure all relevant documentation is up-to-date and organised.
• Correspondence Handling: Draft and send nomination letters and other legal correspondence as required.
• General Legal Support: Provide administrative support to the legal team as needed, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.

Skills & Experience:

• Strong organisational and analytical skills.
• Precise with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience or interest in the legal field is beneficial, but not essential.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Desirable:

• Legal support experience.
• Knowledge of invoice processing and court procedures is a plus.