JOB TITLE: Legal PA - Catastrophic Injury Department HOURS: Full Time Location: Manchester / Hybrid Salary: up to 28,500 DOE Please note, that this is not an entry-level position. This is for an experienced Legal PA's / Secretaries. YOUR NEW COMPANY: A Top Tier modern Leading Legal 100 law firm is looking for a Personal Assistant to join the head of Personal Injury, assisting on their day to day and general running of files. This firms workforce has grown by more than 500 while still retaining the nurtured culture. This firm is Vibrant and full of opportunities. YOUR DAY TO DAY: Directly assisting Head of Personal Injury / Catastrophic Injury. Working one to one. General Admin Secretarial support on the caseload and to senior solicitors/partners Diary Management and booking arrangements. Phone management. Inbound and outbound Prepare bundles ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Experience as a 'Legal Secretary/Personal Assistant - ESSENTIAL Experience working as a Secretary within Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, Catastrophic Injury / Serious injury departments. Excellent client care Paralegal experience preferred. Experience with, Digital dictation, Managing client files, claiming expenses, creating electronic bundles, Efiling and client care/contact. Benefits 25 days holiday + bank holiday + birthday off + corporate social days Hybrid working Free on site gym Death in service x2 annual salary Professional fees paid Pension scheme If you feel you could be a suitable candidate for this position please apply now, for further information please contact removed) and reference CWS171
May 18, 2024
Full time
JOB TITLE: Legal PA - Catastrophic Injury Department HOURS: Full Time Location: Manchester / Hybrid Salary: up to 28,500 DOE Please note, that this is not an entry-level position. This is for an experienced Legal PA's / Secretaries. YOUR NEW COMPANY: A Top Tier modern Leading Legal 100 law firm is looking for a Personal Assistant to join the head of Personal Injury, assisting on their day to day and general running of files. This firms workforce has grown by more than 500 while still retaining the nurtured culture. This firm is Vibrant and full of opportunities. YOUR DAY TO DAY: Directly assisting Head of Personal Injury / Catastrophic Injury. Working one to one. General Admin Secretarial support on the caseload and to senior solicitors/partners Diary Management and booking arrangements. Phone management. Inbound and outbound Prepare bundles ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Experience as a 'Legal Secretary/Personal Assistant - ESSENTIAL Experience working as a Secretary within Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, Catastrophic Injury / Serious injury departments. Excellent client care Paralegal experience preferred. Experience with, Digital dictation, Managing client files, claiming expenses, creating electronic bundles, Efiling and client care/contact. Benefits 25 days holiday + bank holiday + birthday off + corporate social days Hybrid working Free on site gym Death in service x2 annual salary Professional fees paid Pension scheme If you feel you could be a suitable candidate for this position please apply now, for further information please contact removed) and reference CWS171
Job Title: PA / Legal Secretary Location: Sharston Salary: 24,000 - 30,000 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is our core business. Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. About The Role: We are looking for an experienced legal secretary and a PA to join our Occupiers/Public Liability team. There are two roles, one will be working with a Partner, and one supporting a pool of secretaries, working together to support our fee earners with audio typing and the preparation of documents and correspondence. Your role as a legal secretary/PA will require excellent interpersonal skills in liaising directly with clients and third parties. Our legal secretaries also get involved with diary management and court documents. Key Aspects of the Role: You will be working in the occupiers & public liability team Preparing correspondence and documents including pleadings and court bundles Photocopying and scanning documents (with assistance from Administration team if needed) Inbound and outbound calls to clients and others in a professional and friendly manner Arrange appointments/meetings and liaise with lawyers, clients, Counsel and others Supporting other secretaries and the administration team as required Helping to update the Proclaim case management system where possible Person Specification: Prior experience working as a legal secretary/PA is essential, but we are happy to train you in the area of personal injury An excellent command of spelling, punctuation and grammar is required Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, if you have experience of the Proclaim case management system that would be advantageous Audio typing skills of 65+wpm, ideally with digital dictation experience Ability to prioritise daily workload Acute attention to detail Excellent customer service skills, including professional and friendly telephone manner Salary, Hours & Benefits: Salary: 24,000 - 30,000 Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30am Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after 1 year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after 2 years' service Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service Death in Service - 2 x salary Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity & Inclusion Netball / Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Enhanced Maternity Leave payment if you have over 1 year tenure Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual flu jab Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Our employees are our most important asset and it's our employees who have made Express Solicitors the success it is today. Our recruitment process consolidates that success. At Express Solicitors, we rate skill and ability above all else and therefore our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Assistant, Family Secretary, PA, Legal Typist, Typist, Legal PA, Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Office Support, Legal Assistant, Legal Business Support, Fee Earner Support, Customer Service Administrator, Customer Service, Administrator may also be considered for this role.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Title: PA / Legal Secretary Location: Sharston Salary: 24,000 - 30,000 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is our core business. Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. About The Role: We are looking for an experienced legal secretary and a PA to join our Occupiers/Public Liability team. There are two roles, one will be working with a Partner, and one supporting a pool of secretaries, working together to support our fee earners with audio typing and the preparation of documents and correspondence. Your role as a legal secretary/PA will require excellent interpersonal skills in liaising directly with clients and third parties. Our legal secretaries also get involved with diary management and court documents. Key Aspects of the Role: You will be working in the occupiers & public liability team Preparing correspondence and documents including pleadings and court bundles Photocopying and scanning documents (with assistance from Administration team if needed) Inbound and outbound calls to clients and others in a professional and friendly manner Arrange appointments/meetings and liaise with lawyers, clients, Counsel and others Supporting other secretaries and the administration team as required Helping to update the Proclaim case management system where possible Person Specification: Prior experience working as a legal secretary/PA is essential, but we are happy to train you in the area of personal injury An excellent command of spelling, punctuation and grammar is required Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, if you have experience of the Proclaim case management system that would be advantageous Audio typing skills of 65+wpm, ideally with digital dictation experience Ability to prioritise daily workload Acute attention to detail Excellent customer service skills, including professional and friendly telephone manner Salary, Hours & Benefits: Salary: 24,000 - 30,000 Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30am Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after 1 year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after 2 years' service Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service Death in Service - 2 x salary Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity & Inclusion Netball / Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Enhanced Maternity Leave payment if you have over 1 year tenure Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual flu jab Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Our employees are our most important asset and it's our employees who have made Express Solicitors the success it is today. Our recruitment process consolidates that success. At Express Solicitors, we rate skill and ability above all else and therefore our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Assistant, Family Secretary, PA, Legal Typist, Typist, Legal PA, Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Office Support, Legal Assistant, Legal Business Support, Fee Earner Support, Customer Service Administrator, Customer Service, Administrator may also be considered for this role.
Job Title: Litigator - Personal Injury Prisoner Claims Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: Up to 55,000 depending on experience, along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Job Type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is our core business. Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. About The Role: We are currently looking for an experienced Personal Injury Prison Claims lawyer to join our OL/PL team. The role will be to manage your own caseload of predominately pre and post issue fast track Personal Injury Prisoner claim cases. We offer a generous commission structure, where all our lawyer, get a percentage of every case they win. Person Specification: Proven billing track record of handling a litigated caseload Genuine tenacity A focus on advancing cases to and through litigation to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients Ability to handle fast track prisoner claims Demonstrable experience of dealing with litigated files from inception, through applications and challenges, to trial / disposal hearing Salary, Hours & Benefits: A basic salary up to 55,000 depending on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after one year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after two years' service Private medical insurance available Death in Service Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Our employees are our most important asset and it's our employees who have made Express Solicitors the success it is today. Our recruitment process consolidates that success. At Express Solicitors, we rate skill and ability above all else and therefore our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Support Assistant, Paralegal, Legal Handler, Legal Secretary, Legal Aid Fee Earner, Legal Caseworker, Law Graduate, Lawyer, PI Solicitor, Personal Injury Lawyer, Chartered Legal Executive, Personal Injury Caseworker, PI Caseworker, Personal Injury Fee Earner, PI Fee Earner will also be considered for this role.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Litigator - Personal Injury Prisoner Claims Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: Up to 55,000 depending on experience, along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Job Type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is our core business. Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. About The Role: We are currently looking for an experienced Personal Injury Prison Claims lawyer to join our OL/PL team. The role will be to manage your own caseload of predominately pre and post issue fast track Personal Injury Prisoner claim cases. We offer a generous commission structure, where all our lawyer, get a percentage of every case they win. Person Specification: Proven billing track record of handling a litigated caseload Genuine tenacity A focus on advancing cases to and through litigation to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients Ability to handle fast track prisoner claims Demonstrable experience of dealing with litigated files from inception, through applications and challenges, to trial / disposal hearing Salary, Hours & Benefits: A basic salary up to 55,000 depending on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after one year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after two years' service Private medical insurance available Death in Service Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Our employees are our most important asset and it's our employees who have made Express Solicitors the success it is today. Our recruitment process consolidates that success. At Express Solicitors, we rate skill and ability above all else and therefore our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Support Assistant, Paralegal, Legal Handler, Legal Secretary, Legal Aid Fee Earner, Legal Caseworker, Law Graduate, Lawyer, PI Solicitor, Personal Injury Lawyer, Chartered Legal Executive, Personal Injury Caseworker, PI Caseworker, Personal Injury Fee Earner, PI Fee Earner will also be considered for this role.
Health Case Management Limited (HCML)
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
Careline Administrator Location: Tewkesbury Salary: £24,000 This is a great opportunity to join our thriving Corporate Health division in Tewkesbury, joining a close knit and innovative team in our Careline department. You will be involved in delivering high quality administration to the team including customer focused support and working closely with the case managers and team leaders, whilst striving to deliver a streamlined service. The role of administration support team member is varied and flexible, with a wide range of duties to be covered within the scope of the role. Key Responsibilities 1. Process incoming communications (post, fax, email), scanning, if appropriate, and direct to the relevant person. 2. Manage referrals to the network. 3. Provide relevant administration to support with case administration. 4. Investigate any invoice or network queries. 5. Manage reimbursements in accordance with relevant scheme rules and benefits. 6. Chase clinical information in a timely manner demonstrating professionalism whilst being assertive. 7. Complete any additional tasks requested by management. 8. Demonstrate a professional and respectful approach during all interactions. 9. Monitor dashboards and assist team leader in allocation of workloads and tasks. Benefits 25 days annual leave Your birthday off 6% company pension contribution Bike to Work Scheme Medicash Health plan Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Adoption and Shared Parental leave 2 voluntary days per year Long Service Awards Employee Wellbeing Seminars CPD opportunities Professional memberships paid for (role dependent) Key Skills and Experience 1. Proficient in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint and be able to add creative flare to all presentations. 2. Be familiar with and keep up to date with, the requirements of the Data Protection Act and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). 3. Have an excellent telephone manner. 4. Have excellent interpersonal communication skills. 5. Ensure that a professional and presentable dress code is adhered to when client facing. 6. Be comfortable working either on your own initiative or as part of a team. 7. Be able to follow procedures, adhere to policies and apply these to the scope of work. 8. Have a "can do" attitude when dealing with customer calls. 9. Feel comfortable in challenging aspects of the role where you feel there may be room for improvement/more efficient ways to deal with that aspect. 10. Be confident, precise and helpful when dealing with any customer complaints. 11. Be able to demonstrate a high level of accuracy with good attention to detail. 12. Be able to develop a robust and in-depth working knowledge of the day to day activities relating to Operations Support. 13. Employ a flexible attitude in relation to meeting the demands/needs of the work place. 14. Be able to work to tight deadlines and to be calm under pressure. This role would suit someone from the following backgrounds: Clinical Administrator, Clinical Coordinator, Medical Secretary, Admin Support About Company HCML was established in 2003 and is a leading service provider in the rehabilitation and case management arena. Providing services to the insurance, corporate and legal sectors, HCML assists injured and ill individuals to recover and return to work or their pre-injury condition. We are passionate about ensuring that everyone who requires rehabilitation in the UK has access to quality, effective, co-ordinated services. We deliver added value to our clients by facilitating both speedy recovery and strong clinical outcomes, including managing appropriate treatment and care. DE&I HCML is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships
May 17, 2024
Full time
Careline Administrator Location: Tewkesbury Salary: £24,000 This is a great opportunity to join our thriving Corporate Health division in Tewkesbury, joining a close knit and innovative team in our Careline department. You will be involved in delivering high quality administration to the team including customer focused support and working closely with the case managers and team leaders, whilst striving to deliver a streamlined service. The role of administration support team member is varied and flexible, with a wide range of duties to be covered within the scope of the role. Key Responsibilities 1. Process incoming communications (post, fax, email), scanning, if appropriate, and direct to the relevant person. 2. Manage referrals to the network. 3. Provide relevant administration to support with case administration. 4. Investigate any invoice or network queries. 5. Manage reimbursements in accordance with relevant scheme rules and benefits. 6. Chase clinical information in a timely manner demonstrating professionalism whilst being assertive. 7. Complete any additional tasks requested by management. 8. Demonstrate a professional and respectful approach during all interactions. 9. Monitor dashboards and assist team leader in allocation of workloads and tasks. Benefits 25 days annual leave Your birthday off 6% company pension contribution Bike to Work Scheme Medicash Health plan Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Adoption and Shared Parental leave 2 voluntary days per year Long Service Awards Employee Wellbeing Seminars CPD opportunities Professional memberships paid for (role dependent) Key Skills and Experience 1. Proficient in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint and be able to add creative flare to all presentations. 2. Be familiar with and keep up to date with, the requirements of the Data Protection Act and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). 3. Have an excellent telephone manner. 4. Have excellent interpersonal communication skills. 5. Ensure that a professional and presentable dress code is adhered to when client facing. 6. Be comfortable working either on your own initiative or as part of a team. 7. Be able to follow procedures, adhere to policies and apply these to the scope of work. 8. Have a "can do" attitude when dealing with customer calls. 9. Feel comfortable in challenging aspects of the role where you feel there may be room for improvement/more efficient ways to deal with that aspect. 10. Be confident, precise and helpful when dealing with any customer complaints. 11. Be able to demonstrate a high level of accuracy with good attention to detail. 12. Be able to develop a robust and in-depth working knowledge of the day to day activities relating to Operations Support. 13. Employ a flexible attitude in relation to meeting the demands/needs of the work place. 14. Be able to work to tight deadlines and to be calm under pressure. This role would suit someone from the following backgrounds: Clinical Administrator, Clinical Coordinator, Medical Secretary, Admin Support About Company HCML was established in 2003 and is a leading service provider in the rehabilitation and case management arena. Providing services to the insurance, corporate and legal sectors, HCML assists injured and ill individuals to recover and return to work or their pre-injury condition. We are passionate about ensuring that everyone who requires rehabilitation in the UK has access to quality, effective, co-ordinated services. We deliver added value to our clients by facilitating both speedy recovery and strong clinical outcomes, including managing appropriate treatment and care. DE&I HCML is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships
Salary: Competitive Hours: 37.5 Flexible Location: Bristol Contract: PermanentDavies and Partners Solicitors is a well-established law firm with over 30 years' experience. It has a national reputation for excellence and strength in depth in a wide selection of legal services for businesses & individuals. There are 5 offices in Gloucester, Bristol, Birmingham, London, and Devon. Key Duties and Responsibilities To carry out and be responsible for day-to-day work of court of protection files under the supervision of the Legal Director and work effectively as part of a team. To set up and make payments, standing orders and pay invoices and reimburse costs on deputyship and trusts matters within the Court of Protection department. To liaise with third parties such as utility providers, landlords, local authorities, DWP and HMRC on client's behalf as part of the day-to-day management of client affairs and keep accurate records of all such communications. To audit client bank accounts as directed. To scan incoming post to the relevant file and update client records accordingly To assist in monitoring and managing the Court of Protection diary of key dates. To type file and attendance notes when required. To maintain detailed and accurate records of client's affairs as directed by the senior members of the Department. To assist senior members of the Department/unit with substantial case files and to exhibit flexibility, particularly in times of holiday/sickness. To undertake paralegal training relevant to Court of Protection grade D fee earners and to keep this up to date. To apply proper professional standards (SRA and OPG Deputy Standards) and gaining an awareness of the provisions of the office manual and observing best practice in the prevention of claims against the firm for professional negligence and in particular operating with a high degree of personal organisation. To demonstrate an awareness of clients' needs and perceptions to the discharge of your work for them and to act promptly, pro-actively and efficiently in relation to all client matters. To achieve legitimate billing in line with figures to be agreed with the Department/Unit Head. To comply with all other departmental procedures including the regulation and control client indebtedness. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the law in your areas of specialisation and to comply with the continuing professional development requirements. To seek to develop and improve the quality of your workload and level of your expertise. The following tasks provide a general overview of the types of activity, the candidate will be expected to engage in or oversee on a day-to-day basis. The tasks are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities as all employees are required to be flexible, dynamic and have the capacity to think creatively when presented with challenges. Personal Specification Legal Status: Appropriate DBS disclosure will be required prior to confirmation of appointment Right to live and work in the UK e.g. valid UK passport or appropriate visa/work permits Education/Qualifications: Relevant experience as a Paralegal within Clinical Negligence. GCSE's Grade 5/C or above in English and Maths Skills/Knowledge: Basic understanding of personal injury law and practice and / or private client law and practice and / or Court of Protection law and practice. Ability to maintain and build upon existing client relationships through positive business development and acting as an ambassador of the company. Self-organised and proactive Ability to take responsibility and solve problems Attention to detail Ability to maintain client confidentiality Adaptable to the needs of the business as changes occur during the operational requirements Competent in the effective use of Case Management and other IT systems The ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work under pressure Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills Equal Opportunities Davies and Partners Solicitors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable national laws. Davies and Partners Solicitors complies with applicable national laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.You may have experience in the following: Court of Protection Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, Paralegal, Legal Executive, Legal Advisor, Legal Support Officer, Legal Administrator, Assistant Solicitor, Law Clerk, Legal Aid Worker, Legal Officer, Legal Case Worker, Legal Caseworker, etc.REF-
May 17, 2024
Full time
Salary: Competitive Hours: 37.5 Flexible Location: Bristol Contract: PermanentDavies and Partners Solicitors is a well-established law firm with over 30 years' experience. It has a national reputation for excellence and strength in depth in a wide selection of legal services for businesses & individuals. There are 5 offices in Gloucester, Bristol, Birmingham, London, and Devon. Key Duties and Responsibilities To carry out and be responsible for day-to-day work of court of protection files under the supervision of the Legal Director and work effectively as part of a team. To set up and make payments, standing orders and pay invoices and reimburse costs on deputyship and trusts matters within the Court of Protection department. To liaise with third parties such as utility providers, landlords, local authorities, DWP and HMRC on client's behalf as part of the day-to-day management of client affairs and keep accurate records of all such communications. To audit client bank accounts as directed. To scan incoming post to the relevant file and update client records accordingly To assist in monitoring and managing the Court of Protection diary of key dates. To type file and attendance notes when required. To maintain detailed and accurate records of client's affairs as directed by the senior members of the Department. To assist senior members of the Department/unit with substantial case files and to exhibit flexibility, particularly in times of holiday/sickness. To undertake paralegal training relevant to Court of Protection grade D fee earners and to keep this up to date. To apply proper professional standards (SRA and OPG Deputy Standards) and gaining an awareness of the provisions of the office manual and observing best practice in the prevention of claims against the firm for professional negligence and in particular operating with a high degree of personal organisation. To demonstrate an awareness of clients' needs and perceptions to the discharge of your work for them and to act promptly, pro-actively and efficiently in relation to all client matters. To achieve legitimate billing in line with figures to be agreed with the Department/Unit Head. To comply with all other departmental procedures including the regulation and control client indebtedness. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the law in your areas of specialisation and to comply with the continuing professional development requirements. To seek to develop and improve the quality of your workload and level of your expertise. The following tasks provide a general overview of the types of activity, the candidate will be expected to engage in or oversee on a day-to-day basis. The tasks are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities as all employees are required to be flexible, dynamic and have the capacity to think creatively when presented with challenges. Personal Specification Legal Status: Appropriate DBS disclosure will be required prior to confirmation of appointment Right to live and work in the UK e.g. valid UK passport or appropriate visa/work permits Education/Qualifications: Relevant experience as a Paralegal within Clinical Negligence. GCSE's Grade 5/C or above in English and Maths Skills/Knowledge: Basic understanding of personal injury law and practice and / or private client law and practice and / or Court of Protection law and practice. Ability to maintain and build upon existing client relationships through positive business development and acting as an ambassador of the company. Self-organised and proactive Ability to take responsibility and solve problems Attention to detail Ability to maintain client confidentiality Adaptable to the needs of the business as changes occur during the operational requirements Competent in the effective use of Case Management and other IT systems The ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work under pressure Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills Equal Opportunities Davies and Partners Solicitors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable national laws. Davies and Partners Solicitors complies with applicable national laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.You may have experience in the following: Court of Protection Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, Paralegal, Legal Executive, Legal Advisor, Legal Support Officer, Legal Administrator, Assistant Solicitor, Law Clerk, Legal Aid Worker, Legal Officer, Legal Case Worker, Legal Caseworker, etc.REF-
Legal Secretary £26,000 - £28,000 + Benefits , Company Bonus, Hybrid Working Manchester City Centre If you're looking to join a firm where you're a person and not just a number, where your work is congratulated regularly and you get to work with great people - this is the one. Benefits package: 2 days working from home per week Regular salary reviews and appraisals 25 days holiday + bank holidays Private Healthcare Plan Subsidised gym membership Life insurance at 3 x salary Contributory pension scheme Annual bonus of a week's salary on firm hitting target Additional 1.5 day's holiday at Christmas to do your Christmas shopping IT equipment and any furniture provided to set up your home office They have got everything right - the package, the management team, the firm itself and the culture. It's an unbelievable place to work. A boutique firm, set up to make a difference to clients rather than just thinking about the fee at the end, they care about you and they care about their clients which is why they are so successful. It runs through the business, from Directors to the support team - they are all great people. Platinum placed a Legal Secretary here 7 years ago, she's still with the firm, has progressed and is still absolutely loving it - testament to just how good this place is to be apart of. As a Legal Secretary you will work on the Court of Protection division, supporting the firm's Solicitors with dictation, drafting documents but also being the face of the business with clients. These clients are vulnerable and require empathy, so as much as experience is necessary, it's more about your personality and having a caring side to help their clients too. You will feel so much job satisfaction in this role, helping people and making a difference to their life - it's up there with the best Legal Secretary position in Manchester at present. All they ask for in return is an experienced Legal Secretary who has come from either court of protection/ private client or family, litigation/ catastrophic/ personal injury. These are the areas of law that would have the experience of dealing with similar clientele. To join a firm who will always do right by their client and staff - apply immediately or email your CV to
May 16, 2024
Full time
Legal Secretary £26,000 - £28,000 + Benefits , Company Bonus, Hybrid Working Manchester City Centre If you're looking to join a firm where you're a person and not just a number, where your work is congratulated regularly and you get to work with great people - this is the one. Benefits package: 2 days working from home per week Regular salary reviews and appraisals 25 days holiday + bank holidays Private Healthcare Plan Subsidised gym membership Life insurance at 3 x salary Contributory pension scheme Annual bonus of a week's salary on firm hitting target Additional 1.5 day's holiday at Christmas to do your Christmas shopping IT equipment and any furniture provided to set up your home office They have got everything right - the package, the management team, the firm itself and the culture. It's an unbelievable place to work. A boutique firm, set up to make a difference to clients rather than just thinking about the fee at the end, they care about you and they care about their clients which is why they are so successful. It runs through the business, from Directors to the support team - they are all great people. Platinum placed a Legal Secretary here 7 years ago, she's still with the firm, has progressed and is still absolutely loving it - testament to just how good this place is to be apart of. As a Legal Secretary you will work on the Court of Protection division, supporting the firm's Solicitors with dictation, drafting documents but also being the face of the business with clients. These clients are vulnerable and require empathy, so as much as experience is necessary, it's more about your personality and having a caring side to help their clients too. You will feel so much job satisfaction in this role, helping people and making a difference to their life - it's up there with the best Legal Secretary position in Manchester at present. All they ask for in return is an experienced Legal Secretary who has come from either court of protection/ private client or family, litigation/ catastrophic/ personal injury. These are the areas of law that would have the experience of dealing with similar clientele. To join a firm who will always do right by their client and staff - apply immediately or email your CV to
Sue Ross Legal are working with an established, leading Sheffield Law firm who have an excellent opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join their Clinical Negligence Department. The successful Executive Assistant will provide integral administrative support to the Head of Department and fee earners within the Clinical Negligence team. Responsibilities will include: Producing high quality and timely correspondence. Responding to telephone calls and email enquiries. Completing forms and preparing Court documents and electronic bundles. Undertaking audio and copy typing of letters and documents. Undertaking diary management tasks. Dealing with file opening processes. Invoicing and billing procedures. This role would suit an experienced Legal Secretary, who enjoys a busy, and varied role. Experience of or ability to administer and progress cases using an electronic Case management System is essential. Candidates must have experience in working in a similar role, ideally within Clinical Negligence or Personal Injury department and have a detailed understanding of the funding of Clinical Negligence cases as they will have day to day responsibility for co-ordinating any appropriate audits for the purposes of Legal Aid and ATE providers. In addition, candidates must be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a confident and pro-active approach, and the ability to apply a high level of attention to detail in their work. For more information about the above vacancy or for a confidential chat about our other vacancies throughout Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, the North West and the North East, please send your details to us and one of our dedicated legal consultants will contact you. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within 72 hours that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles and wish you the very best in your search for employment.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Sue Ross Legal are working with an established, leading Sheffield Law firm who have an excellent opportunity for a Legal Assistant to join their Clinical Negligence Department. The successful Executive Assistant will provide integral administrative support to the Head of Department and fee earners within the Clinical Negligence team. Responsibilities will include: Producing high quality and timely correspondence. Responding to telephone calls and email enquiries. Completing forms and preparing Court documents and electronic bundles. Undertaking audio and copy typing of letters and documents. Undertaking diary management tasks. Dealing with file opening processes. Invoicing and billing procedures. This role would suit an experienced Legal Secretary, who enjoys a busy, and varied role. Experience of or ability to administer and progress cases using an electronic Case management System is essential. Candidates must have experience in working in a similar role, ideally within Clinical Negligence or Personal Injury department and have a detailed understanding of the funding of Clinical Negligence cases as they will have day to day responsibility for co-ordinating any appropriate audits for the purposes of Legal Aid and ATE providers. In addition, candidates must be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a confident and pro-active approach, and the ability to apply a high level of attention to detail in their work. For more information about the above vacancy or for a confidential chat about our other vacancies throughout Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, the North West and the North East, please send your details to us and one of our dedicated legal consultants will contact you. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within 72 hours that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles and wish you the very best in your search for employment.
Health Case Management Limited (HCML)
Bristol, Somerset
Rehabilitation Case Coordinator Location: Bristol (hybrid working available following probation) Salary: £23,400 We provide health solutions, case management, injury rehabilitation and treatment services to the personal injury, private medical insurance and corporate markets. From minor to catastrophic life changing injuries, our experience, expertise, and strong professional relationships in the industry enable us to strike the right balance to get the best outcomes for our rehabilitation clients and those who support and represent them. As a Rehabilitation Case Coordinator, you would be part of a key team communicating and coordinating with patients and third parties, supporting their rehabilitation journey. About the Role We are looking for a Rehabilitation Case Coordinator to join our Treatment Services Team to assist with a range of tasks from managing referrals from insurers and employers to arranging treatment for individuals through our supplier network. You'll be instrumental in ensuring their clients receive the right treatment at the right time. Every case is different which means this role offers a lot of variety, and will see you: work with some of the top case management professionals, helping to manage cases all the way from initial instruction through to completion ensuring all aspects are completed efficiently and accurately. liaise with insurers, solicitors, employers and suppliers to take referral details, arrange treatment. and follow up with clients and customers. create and manage case information on the bespoke system to ensure a smooth journey for clients and customers. help manage expectations and any concerns regarding cases by developing and maintaining strong relationships with everyone involved. use logic and deductive reasoning to establish the cause of any complaints and work quickly to resolve them. take an empathetic and understanding approach when making decisions regarding an individual's healthcare, taking into account the perspective of all parties. Benefits 25 days annual leave Your birthday off 6% company pension contribution Bike to Work Scheme Medicash Health plan Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Adoption and Shared Parental leave 2 voluntary days per year Long Service Awards Employee Wellbeing Seminars CPD opportunities Professional memberships paid for (role dependent) Essential Skills Calm and confident in all communication, explaining things clearly both over the phone and by email. Comfortable working with a range of IT systems including Microsoft 365 and our own bespoke systems. Excited to learn new information and prepared to get to grips with the complex nature of the industry. Focused on delivering an excellent service with absolute attention to detail and a 'right first time' approach. Able to take an analytical approach to problem-solving, using all the information available to find the best solution. Experience within the insurance or medico-legal sector highly preferred. This role would suit someone with experience as a Claims Handler, Insurance Administrator, Medical Secretary or similar. If this aligns with your skillset, apply to this Rehabilitation Case Coordinator role today and we'll be in touch with the next steps. About Company HCML was established in 2003 and is a leading service provider in the rehabilitation and case management arena. Providing services to the insurance, corporate and legal sectors, HCML assists injured and ill individuals to recover and return to work or their pre-injury condition. We are passionate about ensuring that everyone who requires rehabilitation in the UK has access to quality, effective, co-ordinated services. We deliver added value to our clients by facilitating both speedy recovery and strong clinical outcomes, including managing appropriate treatment and care. DE&I HCML is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships
May 15, 2024
Full time
Rehabilitation Case Coordinator Location: Bristol (hybrid working available following probation) Salary: £23,400 We provide health solutions, case management, injury rehabilitation and treatment services to the personal injury, private medical insurance and corporate markets. From minor to catastrophic life changing injuries, our experience, expertise, and strong professional relationships in the industry enable us to strike the right balance to get the best outcomes for our rehabilitation clients and those who support and represent them. As a Rehabilitation Case Coordinator, you would be part of a key team communicating and coordinating with patients and third parties, supporting their rehabilitation journey. About the Role We are looking for a Rehabilitation Case Coordinator to join our Treatment Services Team to assist with a range of tasks from managing referrals from insurers and employers to arranging treatment for individuals through our supplier network. You'll be instrumental in ensuring their clients receive the right treatment at the right time. Every case is different which means this role offers a lot of variety, and will see you: work with some of the top case management professionals, helping to manage cases all the way from initial instruction through to completion ensuring all aspects are completed efficiently and accurately. liaise with insurers, solicitors, employers and suppliers to take referral details, arrange treatment. and follow up with clients and customers. create and manage case information on the bespoke system to ensure a smooth journey for clients and customers. help manage expectations and any concerns regarding cases by developing and maintaining strong relationships with everyone involved. use logic and deductive reasoning to establish the cause of any complaints and work quickly to resolve them. take an empathetic and understanding approach when making decisions regarding an individual's healthcare, taking into account the perspective of all parties. Benefits 25 days annual leave Your birthday off 6% company pension contribution Bike to Work Scheme Medicash Health plan Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Adoption and Shared Parental leave 2 voluntary days per year Long Service Awards Employee Wellbeing Seminars CPD opportunities Professional memberships paid for (role dependent) Essential Skills Calm and confident in all communication, explaining things clearly both over the phone and by email. Comfortable working with a range of IT systems including Microsoft 365 and our own bespoke systems. Excited to learn new information and prepared to get to grips with the complex nature of the industry. Focused on delivering an excellent service with absolute attention to detail and a 'right first time' approach. Able to take an analytical approach to problem-solving, using all the information available to find the best solution. Experience within the insurance or medico-legal sector highly preferred. This role would suit someone with experience as a Claims Handler, Insurance Administrator, Medical Secretary or similar. If this aligns with your skillset, apply to this Rehabilitation Case Coordinator role today and we'll be in touch with the next steps. About Company HCML was established in 2003 and is a leading service provider in the rehabilitation and case management arena. Providing services to the insurance, corporate and legal sectors, HCML assists injured and ill individuals to recover and return to work or their pre-injury condition. We are passionate about ensuring that everyone who requires rehabilitation in the UK has access to quality, effective, co-ordinated services. We deliver added value to our clients by facilitating both speedy recovery and strong clinical outcomes, including managing appropriate treatment and care. DE&I HCML is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships
Health Case Management Limited
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
Careline Administrator Location: Tewkesbury Salary: 24,000 This is a great opportunity to join our thriving Corporate Health division in Tewkesbury, joining a close knit and innovative team in our Careline department. You will be involved in delivering high quality administration to the team including customer focused support and working closely with the case managers and team leaders, whilst striving to deliver a streamlined service. The role of administration support team member is varied and flexible, with a wide range of duties to be covered within the scope of the role. Key Responsibilities 1. Process incoming communications (post, fax, email), scanning, if appropriate, and direct to the relevant person. 2. Manage referrals to the network. 3. Provide relevant administration to support with case administration. 4. Investigate any invoice or network queries. 5. Manage reimbursements in accordance with relevant scheme rules and benefits. 6. Chase clinical information in a timely manner demonstrating professionalism whilst being assertive. 7. Complete any additional tasks requested by management. 8. Demonstrate a professional and respectful approach during all interactions. 9. Monitor dashboards and assist team leader in allocation of workloads and tasks. Benefits 25 days annual leave Your birthday off 6% company pension contribution Bike to Work Scheme Medicash Health plan Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Adoption and Shared Parental leave 2 voluntary days per year Long Service Awards Employee Wellbeing Seminars CPD opportunities Professional memberships paid for (role dependent) Key Skills and Experience 1. Proficient in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint and be able to add creative flare to all presentations. 2. Be familiar with and keep up to date with, the requirements of the Data Protection Act and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). 3. Have an excellent telephone manner. 4. Have excellent interpersonal communication skills. 5. Ensure that a professional and presentable dress code is adhered to when client facing. 6. Be comfortable working either on your own initiative or as part of a team. 7. Be able to follow procedures, adhere to policies and apply these to the scope of work. 8. Have a "can do" attitude when dealing with customer calls. 9. Feel comfortable in challenging aspects of the role where you feel there may be room for improvement/more efficient ways to deal with that aspect. 10. Be confident, precise and helpful when dealing with any customer complaints. 11. Be able to demonstrate a high level of accuracy with good attention to detail. 12. Be able to develop a robust and in-depth working knowledge of the day to day activities relating to Operations Support. 13. Employ a flexible attitude in relation to meeting the demands/needs of the work place. 14. Be able to work to tight deadlines and to be calm under pressure. This role would suit someone from the following backgrounds: Clinical Administrator, Clinical Coordinator, Medical Secretary, Admin Support About Company HCML was established in 2003 and is a leading service provider in the rehabilitation and case management arena. Providing services to the insurance, corporate and legal sectors, HCML assists injured and ill individuals to recover and return to work or their pre-injury condition. We are passionate about ensuring that everyone who requires rehabilitation in the UK has access to quality, effective, co-ordinated services. We deliver added value to our clients by facilitating both speedy recovery and strong clinical outcomes, including managing appropriate treatment and care. DE&I HCML is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships
May 15, 2024
Full time
Careline Administrator Location: Tewkesbury Salary: 24,000 This is a great opportunity to join our thriving Corporate Health division in Tewkesbury, joining a close knit and innovative team in our Careline department. You will be involved in delivering high quality administration to the team including customer focused support and working closely with the case managers and team leaders, whilst striving to deliver a streamlined service. The role of administration support team member is varied and flexible, with a wide range of duties to be covered within the scope of the role. Key Responsibilities 1. Process incoming communications (post, fax, email), scanning, if appropriate, and direct to the relevant person. 2. Manage referrals to the network. 3. Provide relevant administration to support with case administration. 4. Investigate any invoice or network queries. 5. Manage reimbursements in accordance with relevant scheme rules and benefits. 6. Chase clinical information in a timely manner demonstrating professionalism whilst being assertive. 7. Complete any additional tasks requested by management. 8. Demonstrate a professional and respectful approach during all interactions. 9. Monitor dashboards and assist team leader in allocation of workloads and tasks. Benefits 25 days annual leave Your birthday off 6% company pension contribution Bike to Work Scheme Medicash Health plan Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Adoption and Shared Parental leave 2 voluntary days per year Long Service Awards Employee Wellbeing Seminars CPD opportunities Professional memberships paid for (role dependent) Key Skills and Experience 1. Proficient in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint and be able to add creative flare to all presentations. 2. Be familiar with and keep up to date with, the requirements of the Data Protection Act and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). 3. Have an excellent telephone manner. 4. Have excellent interpersonal communication skills. 5. Ensure that a professional and presentable dress code is adhered to when client facing. 6. Be comfortable working either on your own initiative or as part of a team. 7. Be able to follow procedures, adhere to policies and apply these to the scope of work. 8. Have a "can do" attitude when dealing with customer calls. 9. Feel comfortable in challenging aspects of the role where you feel there may be room for improvement/more efficient ways to deal with that aspect. 10. Be confident, precise and helpful when dealing with any customer complaints. 11. Be able to demonstrate a high level of accuracy with good attention to detail. 12. Be able to develop a robust and in-depth working knowledge of the day to day activities relating to Operations Support. 13. Employ a flexible attitude in relation to meeting the demands/needs of the work place. 14. Be able to work to tight deadlines and to be calm under pressure. This role would suit someone from the following backgrounds: Clinical Administrator, Clinical Coordinator, Medical Secretary, Admin Support About Company HCML was established in 2003 and is a leading service provider in the rehabilitation and case management arena. Providing services to the insurance, corporate and legal sectors, HCML assists injured and ill individuals to recover and return to work or their pre-injury condition. We are passionate about ensuring that everyone who requires rehabilitation in the UK has access to quality, effective, co-ordinated services. We deliver added value to our clients by facilitating both speedy recovery and strong clinical outcomes, including managing appropriate treatment and care. DE&I HCML is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships
Are you a Personal Injury Legal Secretary looking for that next step in your career? If so, I have the perfect role for you. My client is currently looking for a Legal Secretary to join their successful Personal Injury team based in Maidstone. This role will involve, ensuring all electronic files are kept up-to-date, liaise with clients in person, by telephone or via email, book in client meetings and arrange appointments, assist with billing activities, assist and support all members of the team and prepare correspondence and other written communications, word processing and typing from documentation to audio dictation. The ideal candidate will be self motivated, have a positive attitude, have the ability to work as part of a team, have previous experience within a personal injury claims environment and have strong secretarial skills. In return you will receive a competitive salary, hybrid working, career progression and an extensive benefits package. If you believe you would be a good fit for this role then please reach out to Rhian Thompson at QED Legal () or alternatively click on the "APPLY" button below.
May 14, 2024
Full time
Are you a Personal Injury Legal Secretary looking for that next step in your career? If so, I have the perfect role for you. My client is currently looking for a Legal Secretary to join their successful Personal Injury team based in Maidstone. This role will involve, ensuring all electronic files are kept up-to-date, liaise with clients in person, by telephone or via email, book in client meetings and arrange appointments, assist with billing activities, assist and support all members of the team and prepare correspondence and other written communications, word processing and typing from documentation to audio dictation. The ideal candidate will be self motivated, have a positive attitude, have the ability to work as part of a team, have previous experience within a personal injury claims environment and have strong secretarial skills. In return you will receive a competitive salary, hybrid working, career progression and an extensive benefits package. If you believe you would be a good fit for this role then please reach out to Rhian Thompson at QED Legal () or alternatively click on the "APPLY" button below.
A multi service law firm in Liverpool is looking to recruit a Legal Secretary to work within its busy Personal Injury department. As a Legal Secretary for this longstanding firm. you will support various fee earners across the team. You will be expected to be proactive and to use a high degree of self-management and initiative as well as being organised and committed to providing excellent client care, a confident, proactive team player who is able to provide a high level of support. This role is full time, office based Monday - Friday. Duties to include: Audio typing Diary management Preparing court bundles Opening files Creating CNFs Photocopying, scanning and filing Competent in the use of Microsoft word and excel Incoming and outgoing post Previous experience of Proclaim case management system would be advantageous For more information, please contact Chloe Lindley at G2 Legal today!
May 14, 2024
Full time
A multi service law firm in Liverpool is looking to recruit a Legal Secretary to work within its busy Personal Injury department. As a Legal Secretary for this longstanding firm. you will support various fee earners across the team. You will be expected to be proactive and to use a high degree of self-management and initiative as well as being organised and committed to providing excellent client care, a confident, proactive team player who is able to provide a high level of support. This role is full time, office based Monday - Friday. Duties to include: Audio typing Diary management Preparing court bundles Opening files Creating CNFs Photocopying, scanning and filing Competent in the use of Microsoft word and excel Incoming and outgoing post Previous experience of Proclaim case management system would be advantageous For more information, please contact Chloe Lindley at G2 Legal today!
Clear IT Recruitment Limited
Liverpool, Merseyside
My client is searching for a Legal Secretary/Personal Assistant to join their Personal Injury Department in Liverpool, Merseyside. We are looking for a candidate who has at least 2 years experience in the following; • Audio typing• Proclaim• Opening files• Creating CNF's• Preparing Court documents and bundles• Providing administrative support to Fee Earners• Ordering and maintaining stationery and equipment supplies• Photocopying, scanning and filing• Competent in the use of Microsoft word and excel• Incoming and outgoing post• Previous experience of Proclaim case management system would be an advantage The successful applicant will support the Personal Injury and Medical Negligence Department and will be organised, enthusiastic and place priority on client care. Experience: • Audio Typing : 1 year (Required)• Legal Secretary: 1 year (Required)• Proclaim : 1 year (Required) Benefits: • On-site parking• Company pension• Christmas closure Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
May 13, 2024
Full time
My client is searching for a Legal Secretary/Personal Assistant to join their Personal Injury Department in Liverpool, Merseyside. We are looking for a candidate who has at least 2 years experience in the following; • Audio typing• Proclaim• Opening files• Creating CNF's• Preparing Court documents and bundles• Providing administrative support to Fee Earners• Ordering and maintaining stationery and equipment supplies• Photocopying, scanning and filing• Competent in the use of Microsoft word and excel• Incoming and outgoing post• Previous experience of Proclaim case management system would be an advantage The successful applicant will support the Personal Injury and Medical Negligence Department and will be organised, enthusiastic and place priority on client care. Experience: • Audio Typing : 1 year (Required)• Legal Secretary: 1 year (Required)• Proclaim : 1 year (Required) Benefits: • On-site parking• Company pension• Christmas closure Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
A well-established regional firm is seeking to hire an experienced Legal Secretary into its successful Personal Injury team. You will have worked in a similar Legal Secretary with the ability to hit the ground running, providing strong secretarial support to the department across a variety of tasks and responsibilities, you must have excellent copy and digital audio typing skills, a good understanding of the need to prioritise when working with both clients and colleagues in a busy working environment. As the successful Legal Secretary, it is essential that you have excellent organisational and communication skills to forge close relationships with colleagues and clients. Liaising with clients, both over the telephone and face to face Typing up legal documents, including transcribing audio dictation, correspondence, emails, and all other documents Answering the phone and making a documented record of the same Making appointments with clients You, the Legal Secretary, will be joining a team of exceptional lawyers and support staff that work on a wide-ranging caseload and in conjunction with other departments within the firm to ensure client satisfaction. If you are a Legal Secretary and feel this is the perfect role for you then apply via the link or contact Dan Craddock at G2 Legal.
May 13, 2024
Full time
A well-established regional firm is seeking to hire an experienced Legal Secretary into its successful Personal Injury team. You will have worked in a similar Legal Secretary with the ability to hit the ground running, providing strong secretarial support to the department across a variety of tasks and responsibilities, you must have excellent copy and digital audio typing skills, a good understanding of the need to prioritise when working with both clients and colleagues in a busy working environment. As the successful Legal Secretary, it is essential that you have excellent organisational and communication skills to forge close relationships with colleagues and clients. Liaising with clients, both over the telephone and face to face Typing up legal documents, including transcribing audio dictation, correspondence, emails, and all other documents Answering the phone and making a documented record of the same Making appointments with clients You, the Legal Secretary, will be joining a team of exceptional lawyers and support staff that work on a wide-ranging caseload and in conjunction with other departments within the firm to ensure client satisfaction. If you are a Legal Secretary and feel this is the perfect role for you then apply via the link or contact Dan Craddock at G2 Legal.
Legal Secretary - Personal injury£24,000 - £30,000ManchesterFull Time, PermanentWho we are:CRA Consulting are a specialist legal recruiter, operating across the UK. CRA works in partnership with reputable law firms with either local, regional, national or international presence. We recruit at all levels from board, director and partnership level through to support staff.For additional information on how we can assist you with your next career move, visit the CRA Consulting Website at the business:Our client is an established firm that deals in Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury claims, they are based in the Northwest however operate throughout the UK.They are looking for a Legal Secretary to join their Occupiers/Public Liability team to work within a pool of secretaries to support fee earners with audio typing and preparation of documents.If successful, you will perform the following role: Preparing correspondence and documents (pleadings and court bundles) Photocopying Scanning documents Inbound and outbound calls to clients Arranging appointments Providing support to other secretarial staff To apply, you will be required to meet the following criteria: Legal Secretary experience is essential (Personal Injury desirable) Audio typing skills with digital dictation experience Excellent customer service skills Professional manner If this vacancy is of interest, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss with Alastair Pickford who is managing this vacancy, call for a confidential discussion or email me on Are you wanting to review additional career opportunities? Visit our jobs page at jobs
May 13, 2024
Full time
Legal Secretary - Personal injury£24,000 - £30,000ManchesterFull Time, PermanentWho we are:CRA Consulting are a specialist legal recruiter, operating across the UK. CRA works in partnership with reputable law firms with either local, regional, national or international presence. We recruit at all levels from board, director and partnership level through to support staff.For additional information on how we can assist you with your next career move, visit the CRA Consulting Website at the business:Our client is an established firm that deals in Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury claims, they are based in the Northwest however operate throughout the UK.They are looking for a Legal Secretary to join their Occupiers/Public Liability team to work within a pool of secretaries to support fee earners with audio typing and preparation of documents.If successful, you will perform the following role: Preparing correspondence and documents (pleadings and court bundles) Photocopying Scanning documents Inbound and outbound calls to clients Arranging appointments Providing support to other secretarial staff To apply, you will be required to meet the following criteria: Legal Secretary experience is essential (Personal Injury desirable) Audio typing skills with digital dictation experience Excellent customer service skills Professional manner If this vacancy is of interest, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss with Alastair Pickford who is managing this vacancy, call for a confidential discussion or email me on Are you wanting to review additional career opportunities? Visit our jobs page at jobs
Personal Injury File Handler (Fee Earner) At National Accident Law, our purpose is to help those who have had a personal injury get their lives back on track. We work differently to handle compensation claims in a modern, imaginative and refreshingly personal way and we have curious minds that which shape and drive innovation in accident injury law. Our business and our people have our values in common; Passionate, Curious, Driven and Unified, and because of this we have a culture that is kind, supportive, fun and inclusive. National Accident Law is a great place to work, but don't just take our word for it, come and find out for yourself. Purpose of our Personal Injury: We are looking for both MOJ portal and Small Claims file handlers. Our Small Claims handlers will handle all small claims following submission, up to the point of Proceedings being issued. Our MOJ file handlers run all cases within the MOJ portal after a liability response has been received, including taking cases to Stage 3 Hearings. Both roles are pivotal to the success of our business. You will be responsible for providing technical expertise, enabling key decisions to be made to progress the claim through the process and advising on settlement offers. These are remote roles with the expectation of travel to our Kettering office Personal Injury File Handler (Fee Earner) Responsibilities: Small Claims File Handler: • Develop a knowledge of legal issues in respect of small claims cases. • Drive the settlement of cases that sit within the OIC portal. • Assess liability and quantum and establish a strategy for each small claims case. • Communicate with clients in accordance with agreed SLA • Obtain medical evidence and review within agreed SLA • Finalise medical evidence to share with defendants • Review full details of the claim to make considered offers • Assess defendant offers, concluding how to proceed • Work individually and as part of a team to meet and exceed targets • Prepare cases for issue, with subsequent hand-off to the litigation team • Submit and complete all reviews promptly and accurately, in line with operational KPIs • Confidently and clearly relay information to the consumer, adhering to high customer service standards MOJ Portal File Handler: • Drive the settlement of RTA and Non-RTA admitted cases that sit in the MOJ portal • Obtain medical evidence and review within agreed SLA • Finalise medical evidence to share with defendant • Review full details of the claim to make considered offers • Assess defendant offers, concluding how to proceed • Draft correspondence to steer the claim to conclusion • Draft settlement packs to drive strong offers from the other side • Work individually and as part of a team to meet and exceed targets • Submit and complete all reviews promptly and accurately, in line with operational KPIs • Confidently and clearly relay information to the consumer, adhering to high customer service standards Personal Injury File Handler (Fee Earner) Requirements : • Previous experience of working as a claims handler within personal injury • IT literate with working knowledge of Word and Excel. Knowledge/previous experience of case management systems would be an advantage but training will be provided. Good keyboard skills are also essential • Client focused with an ability to build strong relationships with clients and third party contacts at all levels • Able to work to deadlines, prioritise own workload effectively under pressure and manage conflicting priorities • Proactive with a tenacious approach to identifying issues and solving problems • Quality and customer service oriented with a concern for accuracy and an eye for detail • Team oriented. A collegiate approach to sharing knowledge and working with colleagues across locations is essential • Able to progress tasks using own initiative, seeking guidance and input from others where appropriate • Committed and enthusiastic with a professional attitude to work and a desire to commit long term to a career in this field • Confident oral and written communication skills Personal Attributes: • Strong negotiator, able to persuade and influence others • High levels of attention to detail • Curious • Driven • Unified • Passionate In addition to a competitive salary, we offer 25 days holiday, a contributory pension and a healthcare scheme with Simply Health. We have regular communication events, yearly award ceremonies and we have achieved Gold standard for Investors in People We look forward to hearing from you! We value individuals We enjoy generating ideas and we never stand still. You'll always have the right tools to do your job and create better ways of serving our customers. Nor are we wedded to set ways of working or rigid thinking: where you can spot improvements, your voice will always be heard. We take work seriously Most of us spend more time working in our waking lives than any other activity. That's why we make the effort to create an enjoyable and satisfying working environment. One that gives you every opportunity to develop professionally - in your way and at your pace. We value innovation We are at the cutting edge of personal injury legal services and we seek the free-thinking minds that will drive our business forward. Investing heavily in easy-to-use new technology and customer service skills, we're a different breed of law firm. We're going places At National Accident Law, we work differently to handle compensation claims in a modern, imaginative and refreshingly personal way. We're looking for the curious minds that can shape and drive innovation in accident injury law Location: Remote Working Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 per annum You may have experience of the following: Legal Secretary, Legal Advisor, Trainee Lawyer, Litigation, Legal Practice Manager, Legal Secretary Manager, Personal Assistant, Case Worker, Claims Handler, Solicitor, Barrister, Legal Officer, Legal Clerk, Paralegal, Legal Administrator etc Ref:
Feb 20, 2022
Full time
Personal Injury File Handler (Fee Earner) At National Accident Law, our purpose is to help those who have had a personal injury get their lives back on track. We work differently to handle compensation claims in a modern, imaginative and refreshingly personal way and we have curious minds that which shape and drive innovation in accident injury law. Our business and our people have our values in common; Passionate, Curious, Driven and Unified, and because of this we have a culture that is kind, supportive, fun and inclusive. National Accident Law is a great place to work, but don't just take our word for it, come and find out for yourself. Purpose of our Personal Injury: We are looking for both MOJ portal and Small Claims file handlers. Our Small Claims handlers will handle all small claims following submission, up to the point of Proceedings being issued. Our MOJ file handlers run all cases within the MOJ portal after a liability response has been received, including taking cases to Stage 3 Hearings. Both roles are pivotal to the success of our business. You will be responsible for providing technical expertise, enabling key decisions to be made to progress the claim through the process and advising on settlement offers. These are remote roles with the expectation of travel to our Kettering office Personal Injury File Handler (Fee Earner) Responsibilities: Small Claims File Handler: • Develop a knowledge of legal issues in respect of small claims cases. • Drive the settlement of cases that sit within the OIC portal. • Assess liability and quantum and establish a strategy for each small claims case. • Communicate with clients in accordance with agreed SLA • Obtain medical evidence and review within agreed SLA • Finalise medical evidence to share with defendants • Review full details of the claim to make considered offers • Assess defendant offers, concluding how to proceed • Work individually and as part of a team to meet and exceed targets • Prepare cases for issue, with subsequent hand-off to the litigation team • Submit and complete all reviews promptly and accurately, in line with operational KPIs • Confidently and clearly relay information to the consumer, adhering to high customer service standards MOJ Portal File Handler: • Drive the settlement of RTA and Non-RTA admitted cases that sit in the MOJ portal • Obtain medical evidence and review within agreed SLA • Finalise medical evidence to share with defendant • Review full details of the claim to make considered offers • Assess defendant offers, concluding how to proceed • Draft correspondence to steer the claim to conclusion • Draft settlement packs to drive strong offers from the other side • Work individually and as part of a team to meet and exceed targets • Submit and complete all reviews promptly and accurately, in line with operational KPIs • Confidently and clearly relay information to the consumer, adhering to high customer service standards Personal Injury File Handler (Fee Earner) Requirements : • Previous experience of working as a claims handler within personal injury • IT literate with working knowledge of Word and Excel. Knowledge/previous experience of case management systems would be an advantage but training will be provided. Good keyboard skills are also essential • Client focused with an ability to build strong relationships with clients and third party contacts at all levels • Able to work to deadlines, prioritise own workload effectively under pressure and manage conflicting priorities • Proactive with a tenacious approach to identifying issues and solving problems • Quality and customer service oriented with a concern for accuracy and an eye for detail • Team oriented. A collegiate approach to sharing knowledge and working with colleagues across locations is essential • Able to progress tasks using own initiative, seeking guidance and input from others where appropriate • Committed and enthusiastic with a professional attitude to work and a desire to commit long term to a career in this field • Confident oral and written communication skills Personal Attributes: • Strong negotiator, able to persuade and influence others • High levels of attention to detail • Curious • Driven • Unified • Passionate In addition to a competitive salary, we offer 25 days holiday, a contributory pension and a healthcare scheme with Simply Health. We have regular communication events, yearly award ceremonies and we have achieved Gold standard for Investors in People We look forward to hearing from you! We value individuals We enjoy generating ideas and we never stand still. You'll always have the right tools to do your job and create better ways of serving our customers. Nor are we wedded to set ways of working or rigid thinking: where you can spot improvements, your voice will always be heard. We take work seriously Most of us spend more time working in our waking lives than any other activity. That's why we make the effort to create an enjoyable and satisfying working environment. One that gives you every opportunity to develop professionally - in your way and at your pace. We value innovation We are at the cutting edge of personal injury legal services and we seek the free-thinking minds that will drive our business forward. Investing heavily in easy-to-use new technology and customer service skills, we're a different breed of law firm. We're going places At National Accident Law, we work differently to handle compensation claims in a modern, imaginative and refreshingly personal way. We're looking for the curious minds that can shape and drive innovation in accident injury law Location: Remote Working Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 per annum You may have experience of the following: Legal Secretary, Legal Advisor, Trainee Lawyer, Litigation, Legal Practice Manager, Legal Secretary Manager, Personal Assistant, Case Worker, Claims Handler, Solicitor, Barrister, Legal Officer, Legal Clerk, Paralegal, Legal Administrator etc Ref:
Job Description: Legal Counsel Location: A mixture of office and home working you will be expected to visit Group company locations at least one visit per quarter About Bailie Group Business Services The Bailie Group is a 100% family owned, independent business with approx. 350 employees. "As an organisation our family values, our ethical approach to business and our priority of staff engagement are central to all that we do. We believe in long-term investment, in growth through the adoption of technology and investing in people and ideas to make a positive difference". Fergus Baillie - CEO Bailie Group Business Services provide Compliance, IT, Finance & People Services to the Bailie Group operating companies. Whilst Bailie Group Business Services are primarily based at the company's offices in Leeds there are several roles which are based at other sites within the Group. You can learn more about the Bailie Group on our website: About the role The Legal Counsel has full accountabilities for all aspects of legal governance relating to business activities across all Bailie Group Operating Companies. The role will provide legal counsel, guidance and specialised advice including maintaining all documentation and records relating to these areas. The role will support the Company Secretary as well as provide proactive business-focused advice and implement initiatives to reinforce a culture of integrity and ethical behaviour across the business. ? Responsibilities To act as the central point of contact to provide high quality guidance and advice on a spectrum of legal matters Regarding company secretarial, the role holder is responsible for preparing minutes and other documentation to directors, shareholders and auditors within the required timeframes. The role will also include maintaining up to date Company Books, complete statutory annual reporting and any ad hoc statutory company requirements for the Bailie Group companies. Continually review and ensure the Group's compliance within the applicable laws and regulatory bodies. Apply effective risk management techniques, take full ownership of the Bailie Group companies risk registers and provide accurate and timely counsel to the business on a variety of legal topics (including, but not limited to, personal Injury claims, supplier claims, customer contracts, supplier contracts etc). Be the Bailie Group representative and central point of control for external legal advisors and third-party representatives including auditors and external counsel. To work in collaboration with operating companies to ensure contracts are robust and fit for purpose. Drafting, reviewing and negotiating various commercial contracts and agreements. Including the renegotiation and applying of variations to existing contracts where required, also to ensure contract compliance within policies and procedures. Manage all land registration matters for the business such as easements, leases, wayleaves, sale of assets etc. Maintain an up-to-date register of all land related documentation. Manage any litigation which may arise from time to time. Provide training/support and guidance to team members across the organisation on contracting and legal issues. This will include developing a training plan to support teams to become more legally aware and to promote best practice by providing training on matters such as contract law and other relevant legal issues. Job Requirements Proven track record providing Legal provision in a multi-site organisation Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate law and procedures Law or Business based qualifications at a Bachelors/Masters level or similar level qualifications and experience in Commercial and Contract law High degree of professional ethics and integrity, and sound judgement to analyse situations and information Due to the nature of the role, SC/DV Clearance is required. You will currently hold either level of clearance or willing to undergo SC/DV Clearance for this role Committed to learning and self-development - evidence of continuous professional development Professional and approachable to lead by example, operate sensitively in difficult situations and confidently communicate effectively at all levels of the business. The candidate will be expected to work independently and as part of a team, so it is important to be a team player, with good communication skills (both written and verbal) and ability to build strong relationships across the organisation. ? In Return Competitive salary & attractive benefits package including cashback health scheme, pension and life assurance Exciting career development in a fast-growing company 25 days holiday + bank holidays
Dec 03, 2021
Full time
Job Description: Legal Counsel Location: A mixture of office and home working you will be expected to visit Group company locations at least one visit per quarter About Bailie Group Business Services The Bailie Group is a 100% family owned, independent business with approx. 350 employees. "As an organisation our family values, our ethical approach to business and our priority of staff engagement are central to all that we do. We believe in long-term investment, in growth through the adoption of technology and investing in people and ideas to make a positive difference". Fergus Baillie - CEO Bailie Group Business Services provide Compliance, IT, Finance & People Services to the Bailie Group operating companies. Whilst Bailie Group Business Services are primarily based at the company's offices in Leeds there are several roles which are based at other sites within the Group. You can learn more about the Bailie Group on our website: About the role The Legal Counsel has full accountabilities for all aspects of legal governance relating to business activities across all Bailie Group Operating Companies. The role will provide legal counsel, guidance and specialised advice including maintaining all documentation and records relating to these areas. The role will support the Company Secretary as well as provide proactive business-focused advice and implement initiatives to reinforce a culture of integrity and ethical behaviour across the business. ? Responsibilities To act as the central point of contact to provide high quality guidance and advice on a spectrum of legal matters Regarding company secretarial, the role holder is responsible for preparing minutes and other documentation to directors, shareholders and auditors within the required timeframes. The role will also include maintaining up to date Company Books, complete statutory annual reporting and any ad hoc statutory company requirements for the Bailie Group companies. Continually review and ensure the Group's compliance within the applicable laws and regulatory bodies. Apply effective risk management techniques, take full ownership of the Bailie Group companies risk registers and provide accurate and timely counsel to the business on a variety of legal topics (including, but not limited to, personal Injury claims, supplier claims, customer contracts, supplier contracts etc). Be the Bailie Group representative and central point of control for external legal advisors and third-party representatives including auditors and external counsel. To work in collaboration with operating companies to ensure contracts are robust and fit for purpose. Drafting, reviewing and negotiating various commercial contracts and agreements. Including the renegotiation and applying of variations to existing contracts where required, also to ensure contract compliance within policies and procedures. Manage all land registration matters for the business such as easements, leases, wayleaves, sale of assets etc. Maintain an up-to-date register of all land related documentation. Manage any litigation which may arise from time to time. Provide training/support and guidance to team members across the organisation on contracting and legal issues. This will include developing a training plan to support teams to become more legally aware and to promote best practice by providing training on matters such as contract law and other relevant legal issues. Job Requirements Proven track record providing Legal provision in a multi-site organisation Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate law and procedures Law or Business based qualifications at a Bachelors/Masters level or similar level qualifications and experience in Commercial and Contract law High degree of professional ethics and integrity, and sound judgement to analyse situations and information Due to the nature of the role, SC/DV Clearance is required. You will currently hold either level of clearance or willing to undergo SC/DV Clearance for this role Committed to learning and self-development - evidence of continuous professional development Professional and approachable to lead by example, operate sensitively in difficult situations and confidently communicate effectively at all levels of the business. The candidate will be expected to work independently and as part of a team, so it is important to be a team player, with good communication skills (both written and verbal) and ability to build strong relationships across the organisation. ? In Return Competitive salary & attractive benefits package including cashback health scheme, pension and life assurance Exciting career development in a fast-growing company 25 days holiday + bank holidays