Due to internal promotion, we have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced legal assistant/secretary to join our busy private client team. The role is permanent and office based. We are looking for someone on a part-time basis working two to three days a week which we can be flexible about. Salary is £21,565 – £25,700, pro-rata, dependent on experience.
Duties will include:
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providing full support to the fee earners to enable them to operate efficiently.
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preparing correspondence and documents using in-house software and digital audio dictation.
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administering filing systems which will include daily photocopying and filing.
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opening, closing, storage and retrieval of closed client files.
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attending clients both in person and on the telephone in a friendly and professional manner.
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keeping all files and documentation up to date by scanning and filing onto in-house software.
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booking appointments for fee earners.
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completing ad-hoc admin requests from the fee earners and directors.
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to provide support to other secretaries when required to do so.
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to undertake any specific training when required to do so and overall to have responsibility toward self-development.
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to ensure the confidentiality of all the firm’s and clients’ documentation and information at all times.
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have previous experience in a secretarial role, preferably in a law firm or other professional services industry.
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be able to demonstrate initiative and be able to undertake work on files without dictation.
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possess high levels of speed and accuracy when typing. Previous experience with audio-typing would be an advantage.
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have an excellent telephone manner and be comfortable speaking with clients both on the telephone and in person.
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be highly organised, methodical and adaptable.
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have excellent and demonstrable IT skills particularly with the Microsoft Office suite and internet applications. Previous experience of legal case management software would be an advantage.
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extremely good team working ability, able to support wherever needed.
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excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
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have the ability to offer adaptability and flexibility in the working environment.
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preferably have an understanding and knowledge of GDPR.
In return we can offer you the opportunity to work within a friendly team, a competitive salary and other benefits. Please note that this role is not expected to lead to a training contract.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £15,420.00 per year
Expected hours: 14.5 – 21.75 per week
Pearcelegal Ltd
2 The Square, Solihull B91 3RB
Permanent, Part-time
Contact Detail:
Pearcelegal Ltd Recruiting Team
