Ison Harrison Solicitors, the Yorkshire Law Firm, employs 450+ people across 30 offices.
We are 100% employee-owned, so each employee has a part to play in shaping the future of the firm. Employee-ownership also means that profit share payments are distributed, tax-free, to employees with 12+ months’ service at the end of our financial year.
Employees are encouraged to Join in, Influence and Benefit.
Please see Benefits page for details of our profit share scheme and other Employee Benefits.
Our values are: 100%; Responsible; Supportive; Adaptable; Open & Transparent; Progressive; Community and Authentic. These values are at the heart of everything we do, when dealing with both clients and colleagues.
We are currently recruiting for an Administrative Assistant to be based at our Middlesbrough office. This varied role will involve providing day-to-day administrative support to senior fee earners and caseworkers, including audio typing, file management and assisting with the progression of matters. The role will also support the wider Middlesbrough branch across a number of departments and will include responsibilities such as handling post, scanning and document management, reception duties, answering telephone calls, arranging appointments and providing general office support to help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office.
Previous experience is not essential and we are happy to train and develop someone with little or no legal or office experience providing there is a willingness and ability to learn coupled with a strong work ethic. Although this is not a secretarial vacancy, we will consider applicants with secretarial experience who are happy to undertake reception and administration duties and have a hands‑on approach to work.
The successful applicant will have excellent client care skills and be able to deal in a friendly but professional way with clients and other visitors to the office. They will be able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, and will have an excellent telephone manner. Accuracy and attention to detail are essential as is the ability to work quickly and efficiently to ensure deadlines are met and our excellent client care standards are maintained.
KEY TASKS
- Dealing with a high volume of telephone calls (inward and outward).
- Administrative and secretarial support.
- Audio typing from dictation
- Producing documents from the Case Management System.
- Keeping clients and other parties updated with progress of matters.
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Administrative Assistant employer: Ison Harrison Ltd
Ison Harrison Solicitors is an exceptional employer, recognised as one of the UK’s top 10 employers, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that values employee input and well-being. As a 100% employee-owned firm, staff enjoy unique benefits such as tax-free profit share payments and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team environment. With a strong emphasis on work/life balance and community values, Ison Harrison provides a fulfilling workplace for Family Solicitors looking to make a meaningful impact in their careers.
