**In order to apply for this position you must have at least one year experience as a legal secretary. Having experience in Family Law, Childen Law and Matrimonial is an advantage (THIS IS ESSENTIAL)
We are looking to recruit an experienced Legal Secretary (Family, Matrimonial & Children Law) on a permanent basis. We are looking for a team member that can work in excess of 20 hours and able to attend the office between 9am and 5pm, but your working hours can be flexible (ie; 10-2, 9.30-2.30). This position would therefore suit candidates who can either work full-time (35hours) or those that need to be available for childcare etc. or are seeking part-time hours.
Commencing as soon as possible, this position offers an experienced legal secretary a friendly place to work with varied duties.
Applications will be considered If they have the following experience:
- Computer literate including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 programs and experience of case management systems (LEAP);
- Answering the telephone & greeting clients;
- Taking detailed messages via email and sending in a timely manner;
- Maintain the copier & franking machines;
- Arranging and booking appointments with clients where required;
- Assisting fee earners in creating electronic bundles;
- Taking card payments and producing requisitions;
- Organising files being sent for archiving, or being retrieved;
-Administrative and secretarial duties for the fee earners within the office, including digital dictation and transcription/audio typing;
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to deal with clients, suppliers & visitors;
- Salary varies according to experience level and hours worked
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: Up to £28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Gillingham ME7 1BE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have in Children Law, Family Law, Matrimonial work?
Experience:
- Legal Secretarial: 1 year (required)
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
