At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide top-notch secretarial support to a dynamic team of lawyers in personal injury law.
- Company: Join Express Solicitors, a leading no win no fee law firm with a stellar reputation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid working, and generous holiday allowances.
- Other info: Join a vibrant team with great social activities and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a fast-paced environment where your skills make a real difference.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Legal Secretary and strong IT skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 28000 £ per year.
Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award‑winning, no win no fee law firm specialising exclusively in personal injury claims. Headquartered in Manchester, we support clients nationwide across all areas of personal injury, including employers’ liability, serious injury, clinical negligence, occupiers’ and public liability, road traffic accidents and industrial disease. We are ranked 64th in The Lawyer UK Top 200, out of more than 10,000 law firms nationwide, and after achieving a 20% year‑on‑year growth, Express Solicitors are the largest personal injury claimant firm in the UK. Our commitment to outstanding client care is reflected in our Trustpilot rating of 4.8 (Excellent), placing us among the highest‑rated firms in the sector.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced, highly organised Legal Secretary to join our Occupiers’ and Public Liability team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to a team of Lawyers within a busy and well-regarded legal department. This is a varied and rewarding role. In addition to typing and file management, you will assist with preparing court bundles, liaising with clients by telephone, and organising meetings and conferences. While the firm continues its transition towards a paperless working environment, some traditional filing responsibilities will remain.
Responsibilities
- Working collaboratively within a pool of Legal Secretaries to support multiple OL/PL Lawyers
- Preparing correspondence and legal documentation, including pleadings and court bundles
- Photocopying and scanning documents, with support from the Administration team where required
- Handling inbound and outbound telephone calls in a professional and courteous manner
- Scheduling appointments, arranging meetings, and liaising with Lawyers, clients, Counsel, and other stakeholders
- Providing support to fellow Legal Secretaries and the wider administration team as required
- Assisting with updates to the Proclaim case management system where appropriate
Person Specification
- Proven experience as a Legal Secretary is essential
- Excellent written English skills, with strong spelling, punctuation, and grammar
- High level of IT literacy and confidence using modern office systems
- Outstanding client care skills, with a professional and friendly telephone manner
- Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise workload effectively and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Previous experience using the Proclaim case management system is desirable
- Advanced word processing and audio typing skills
- Audio typing speed of 65+ words per minute
- Experience using digital dictation software, ideally Diktamen, would be advantageous
Salary & Hours
A basic salary of up to £28,000, dependent on experience. Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday.
Hybrid Working
3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation.
23 Days Holiday
Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement.
Looking After Your Health
Private medical insurance available after 2 years’ service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more.
Work Life / Balance
Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget.
Legal Secretary in Manchester employer: Express Solicitors Limited
Express Solicitors Limited is an exceptional employer located in Wythenshawe, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a hybrid working model and competitive salary range, the firm fosters a collaborative environment where Costs Lawyers can thrive, enhancing their skills while managing meaningful cases in personal injury and clinical negligence. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future.
Contact Details:
Express Solicitors Limited Recruitment Team
