At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide secretarial support in Commercial Property and Corporate & Commercial Departments.
- Company: Join a modern law firm with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Free parking, agile working space, and training provided.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with excellent opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in law with hands-on experience and professional development.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed; just a willingness to learn and grow.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
In this role, you will provide direct secretarial support to the fee earners in our Commercial Property (including the specialist Land & Development Division) and Corporate & Commercial Departments.
THE DAY TO DAY:
- Typing e-mails, documents, letters, attendance and file notes via BigHand digital dictation, including occasional copy typing tasks.
- Raising invoices at the request and direction of fee earners.
- Drafting stamp duty land tax return forms, submitting applications to HM Land Registry at the direction of fee earners.
- Use of the Microsoft suite, BigHand, the firm’s case management system, FormEvo, and other software applications, including use of auto text and document templates.
- Filing, which will include daily filing (hardcopy and electronic) and the opening, closing, storage and retrieval of client files in accordance with the detailed procedures contained in the Office Manual.
- Preparing post and enclosures for despatch.
- Printing, copying, scanning, and faxing.
- Taking telephone enquiries.
- Ensuring case files are managed in accordance with the requirements of the Office Manual and using your initiative to ensure fee earner matters are kept in order.
- Attending clients both in person and on the telephone and to provide such support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the firm’s standards for client care.
- Ensuring the confidentiality of all the firm’s and clients’ documentation and information.
- Provide support to other secretaries/fee earners as required.
WHAT EXPERIENCE DO I NEED?
Prior secretarial or administrative experience is desirable, but not necessary. Training will be provided. We are open to applications from experienced Legal Secretaries/Administrators as well as Trainees with an interest in a support career in Law.
WHAT SKILLS SHOULD I HAVE?
- Willingness and ambition to learn and develop.
- Excellent telephone manner and inter-personal skills.
- Team player.
- High level of computer literacy.
WHAT ARE WE OFFERING?
As well as joining a great Team, we offer a modern working environment at the firm’s regional head office, the A12 Commercial Hub, at Marks Tey, Colchester. The A12 commercial Hub offers colleagues free parking, agile working space, and easy access by road (being based on J25 of the A12) or train (500m from Marks Tey train station).
Locations
Legal Administrator, Private Client in Colchester, Essex employer: Holmes and Hills LLP
Holmes & Hills LLP is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and professional growth. Located in the vibrant town of Colchester, employees benefit from a dynamic environment where they can enhance their conveyancing skills while contributing to meaningful Shared Ownership projects. With opportunities for career advancement and a commitment to employee well-being, this role promises a rewarding experience for those looking to make a difference in the property sector.
