Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Secretary to join our professional team. The successful candidate will provide vital support to our legal professionals by managing administrative tasks, conducting analysis, and ensuring smooth office operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in developing their legal career within a dynamic environment. The position is paid and suitable for candidates with a keen interest in law and strong organisational skills.
Responsibilities - Main Purpose
- Provide effective support services to the Directors and fee-earners
Key Tasks
- Type work as dictated or requested by any Director or fee-earner to whom (s)he reports
- Assist in the personal organisation of fee-earners through the operation of a diary management system, including bring forward system, filing of papers etc.
- Assist in communications with clients through relaying telephone messages both incoming and outgoing and providing any assistance which is possible
- Ensure the positive representation of the firm in all dealings with clients and others
- Communicating with other solicitors and professionals and give any assistance which is possible including providing updates.
- Ensure compliance with quality control procedures and anti-money laundering regulations when working on all matters
General Duties
- Ensure that an understanding of the importance of confidentiality is applied when undertaking all duties
- Abide by the company's policies on Health & Safety and Equality & Diversity
- Perform other duties occasionally which are not included above, but which will be consistent with the role
Essential Criteria
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work autonomously as well as part of the team
- Demonstrate good time management and organisation skills
- IT literate
- Experience with case management systems
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide range of people.
- Ability to plan, prioritise and organise own workload within established time scales
Other
- A willingness to undertake further training and development
- Deal with the case management of files within the department to which you are assigned
Desirable Criteria
- Law Graduate
- Some experience of working in a law
- An interest in Corporate / Commercial law
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £23,500.00 per year
Work Location: In person
