At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential support to solicitors and manage legal documentation.
- Company: Reputable law firm in Belfast city centre with a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Negotiable salary, modern office facilities, and a collaborative team.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a dynamic legal setting.
- Why this job: Join a busy practice and make a real impact in the legal field.
- Qualifications: Previous Legal Secretary experience and familiarity with LAMS required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Brook Street Recruitment is delighted to be working on behalf of a well-established and highly respected Belfast city centre law firm to recruit an experienced Legal Secretary to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and professional practice offering modern office facilities, a supportive working environment, and a competitive salary package that will be negotiable based on experience.
The key requirement for this role is previous Legal Secretary experience, together with experience using LAMS (Legal Aid Management System). Candidates with a background in Family Law and/or Criminal Law will be highly desirable, although this is not essential. Please note that this position is only suitable for applicants who have worked in a Legal Secretary capacity previously.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to Solicitors and Fee Earners
- Audio and copy typing of legal documentation and correspondence
- Managing client files, filing systems, and archiving
- Preparing and processing legal documentation
- Handling legal aid documentation and related administration
- Diary management, including monitoring key dates and appointments
- Answering telephone calls and assisting with reception cover when required
- Photocopying, scanning, and compiling legal documentation
- Ordering office stationery and managing general office supplies
- Maintaining accurate records and ensuring a high standard of organisation
- Supporting the wider team with additional administrative duties as required
Essential Criteria
- Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary
- Experience using LAMS (Legal Aid Management System)
- Excellent audio typing and document preparation skills
- Strong organisational and time management abilities
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively under pressure
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
Desirable Criteria
- Previous experience within Family Law
- Previous experience within Criminal Law
- Experience dealing with Legal Aid cases and documentation
- Knowledge of Plaintiff Litigation
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary seeking to join a busy and reputable law firm in the heart of Belfast.
Legal Secretary employer: Brook Street
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