Are you looking to advance your legal career with a dynamic and forward-thinking firm? With offices in Milton Keynes and Northampton, we have built a reputation as one of the leading law firms in the region, known for our commitment to excellence and client-focused approach.
We are seeking a talented and ambitious Junior New Business Administrator to join our Conveyancing department as a result of our continued growth, working from our Northampton office on a permanent basis.
The Role
· Liaise with clients face to face and over the phone
· Deliver exceptional customer service
· Ensure clients have smooth and efficient experience
· File opening both physically and via our Case Management system
· Receiving and issuing correspondence and documentation to clients
· Report to the New Business Manager
Required Skills and Experience
· Adhere to the Firm’s compliance obligations
· Attention to detail and ability to cope under pressure within a busy environment
· Good standard of literacy and numeracy
· Previous experience within client facing environments is desirable
· Excellent communication skills
· Ability to work on own initiative
Why join us?
Training and development: At Franklins, we recognise and nurture talent. If you wish to study for professional qualifications and courses, we’ll encourage and support this where relevant. In fact, several of our senior employees started in junior roles and progressed through the firm.
Flexibility: We understand that everyone’s personal circumstances are different. We strive to support this through allowing flexible working patterns where possible.
Be part of a team: We believe it’s important to build a positive rapport with your colleagues and to get to know teams in other departments. We therefore organise team-wide and company-wide events throughout the year, offering opportunities to get to know your colleagues outside of the work environment.
Community spirit: We strive to make a difference in the communities we serve and actively support a number of local charities including Willen Hospice, Cynthia Spencer Hospice, local food banks and many others. We also offer employees the opportunity to take a Volunteering Day to support a local charity.
Location: Our centrally located offices in Milton Keynes and Northampton are located a short walk from shops and restaurants.
24-hour employee assistance programme: Offering support on a wide range of topics.
Our Benefits
- Salary commensurate with experience.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure. You’ll also get a day off for your birthday!
- 24-hour employee assistance programme.
- Discount on legal services.
After completing 3 months with the Firm you will also be eligible to join:
Pension scheme: Upon completing your probationary period, you’ll be invited to join our pension scheme.
Death in Service: Should the worst happen, we offer 4 x Death in Service, for peace of mind.
A little more about us…
Franklins Solicitors is one of the leading law firms serving Northampton, Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas, distinguished by our unwavering commitment to excellence. Since our establishment in 1982, we have grown to employ over 100 dedicated professionals across our offices in Central Milton Keynes and Northampton.
Our reputation for quality is underscored by our prestigious accreditations: ISO 9001, CQS and The Law Society’s Lexcel. We specialise in a comprehensive range of legal services, including Corporate Services, Commercial Property, Dispute Resolution, Employment Law, Legal Process Outsourcing, Family Law, Intellectual Property, Residential Property, Wills, Trusts, and Probate.
At Franklins, we pride ourselves on exceeding industry standards and making exceptional service our norm. Our core values—passion, excellence, trust, and unity—reflect our belief that our people are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to nurturing and developing talented individuals and ensuring that our clients receive unparalleled service.
If you are looking to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment, where your skills will be recognised and developed, Franklins Solicitors LLP is the place for you. Join us and be a part of a team that sets the benchmark for legal services in the region.
Please note: Whilst we appreciate the applications received from each and every individual in respect of advertised vacancies, due to the high number of responses received it is not always possible to answer each applicant individually. Therefore, if you have not had a response within two weeks of submitting your application it means that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Northampton NN1 1JX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
