Legal Secretary 12mth FTC - Family law - up to £48,000 - City of London Legal Secretary role within internationally recognised family law department dealing with high profile families and divorce cases! My client, a well established mid-sized law firm based in the city are seeking a Legal Secretary to support a lovely Family team working on incredibly interesting cases relating to high net worth families and high profile divorce cases! Salary: Up to £48,000 (DOE) Agile working: 3 days in the office and 2 days at home Due to the nature of family law, no 2 days are ever the same! So if you enjoy the speed of Litigation based work and are keen to get into a leading family law department then this truly is the job for you! The duties include: Producing incredibly sensitive legal documents Diary management for the Partner Arranging internal/external meetings Organising travel bookings Assisting with preparation of court bundles Dealing with new client queries File opening/closing Billing What do you need? Previous Secretarial experience gained within Family law firm. Ability to start a role ASAP!
May 19, 2024
Full time
Legal Secretary 12mth FTC - Family law - up to £48,000 - City of London Legal Secretary role within internationally recognised family law department dealing with high profile families and divorce cases! My client, a well established mid-sized law firm based in the city are seeking a Legal Secretary to support a lovely Family team working on incredibly interesting cases relating to high net worth families and high profile divorce cases! Salary: Up to £48,000 (DOE) Agile working: 3 days in the office and 2 days at home Due to the nature of family law, no 2 days are ever the same! So if you enjoy the speed of Litigation based work and are keen to get into a leading family law department then this truly is the job for you! The duties include: Producing incredibly sensitive legal documents Diary management for the Partner Arranging internal/external meetings Organising travel bookings Assisting with preparation of court bundles Dealing with new client queries File opening/closing Billing What do you need? Previous Secretarial experience gained within Family law firm. Ability to start a role ASAP!
Katie Bard (Angela Mortimer Plc)
Dudley, West Midlands
We are looking for a driven and hard-working experienced secretary for a fantastic opportunity in the Black Country area. This role will require a skilled individual on a secretarial level with minimum typing speeds of 60wpm as well as excellent level of IT literacy. This is a full time opportunity and the role is fully office based supporting a number of fee earners with full Secretarial support. The successful candidate must have prior Legal Secretarial/ PA experience, ideally working within litigation or similar areas of law. This particular organisation boasts fantastic benefits as well as a friendly and down-to-earth working environment. Successful candidates must have prior Leegal Secretarial experience, strong typing skills and excellent attention to detail! This role is a hybrid role and has parking on site. If you think this is the role for you, please apply online or contact Matt D'Silva on today! Please contact your consultant directly if you are already registered with Katie Bard. Katie Bard is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
May 18, 2024
Full time
We are looking for a driven and hard-working experienced secretary for a fantastic opportunity in the Black Country area. This role will require a skilled individual on a secretarial level with minimum typing speeds of 60wpm as well as excellent level of IT literacy. This is a full time opportunity and the role is fully office based supporting a number of fee earners with full Secretarial support. The successful candidate must have prior Legal Secretarial/ PA experience, ideally working within litigation or similar areas of law. This particular organisation boasts fantastic benefits as well as a friendly and down-to-earth working environment. Successful candidates must have prior Leegal Secretarial experience, strong typing skills and excellent attention to detail! This role is a hybrid role and has parking on site. If you think this is the role for you, please apply online or contact Matt D'Silva on today! Please contact your consultant directly if you are already registered with Katie Bard. Katie Bard is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Legal Executive Assistant - Commercial Location: ManchesterMy client is a market leading firm of solicitors with offices across the North West, who have frequently been named as one of the best companies to work for in the UK. They are currently recruiting for an Executive Assistant (EA, Legal PA OR Legal Secretary) to support the Corporate and Employment team in the Manchester office.Typical duties will include: Effective administration and management of all department Files (hard copy and on SOS). This includes MatterOpening, ID checks, Matter Closing, Matter Archiving and data updates during the course of a matter Diary management / arranging meetings and travel Production and filing of documents, copies and scans as required Ensuring file compliance with relevant regulatory standards and the Office Manual processes Management of bill process and interaction with Finance Drafting of documents for clients upon instruction from Fee Earners and under supervision Maintenance and updating of case management system as necessary Telephone call handling for the team Contributing to operational review / continuous improvement initiatives. Skills and experience required: Experience working as a Legal Executive Assistant, PA or Legal Secretary within a Corporate Commercial, Commercial Litigation or Employment team Excellent written and oral communication skills Commercially aware Strong attention to detail Good organisation and planning skills with the ability to prioritise work to meet strict timescales where required Self-Motivated, desire to learn and progress Ability to use tools such as DocuSign and Outlook, and excellent overall IT skills Ability to work as part of a team Desirable: Experience of SOS case management system. My client offers a friendly and supportive environment which values its employees. They also offer an excellent range of staff benefits.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Legal Executive Assistant - Commercial Location: ManchesterMy client is a market leading firm of solicitors with offices across the North West, who have frequently been named as one of the best companies to work for in the UK. They are currently recruiting for an Executive Assistant (EA, Legal PA OR Legal Secretary) to support the Corporate and Employment team in the Manchester office.Typical duties will include: Effective administration and management of all department Files (hard copy and on SOS). This includes MatterOpening, ID checks, Matter Closing, Matter Archiving and data updates during the course of a matter Diary management / arranging meetings and travel Production and filing of documents, copies and scans as required Ensuring file compliance with relevant regulatory standards and the Office Manual processes Management of bill process and interaction with Finance Drafting of documents for clients upon instruction from Fee Earners and under supervision Maintenance and updating of case management system as necessary Telephone call handling for the team Contributing to operational review / continuous improvement initiatives. Skills and experience required: Experience working as a Legal Executive Assistant, PA or Legal Secretary within a Corporate Commercial, Commercial Litigation or Employment team Excellent written and oral communication skills Commercially aware Strong attention to detail Good organisation and planning skills with the ability to prioritise work to meet strict timescales where required Self-Motivated, desire to learn and progress Ability to use tools such as DocuSign and Outlook, and excellent overall IT skills Ability to work as part of a team Desirable: Experience of SOS case management system. My client offers a friendly and supportive environment which values its employees. They also offer an excellent range of staff benefits.
Executive Assistant - Commercial Litigation Location: Manchester Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 My client, a highly-regarded law firm, is recruiting for an Executive Assistant to join their friendly and supportive Commercial Litigation team in the Manchester office. Within the role you will be responsible for: Undertaking file opening and related procedures in accordance with the Quality Manual. Undertaking Anti-Money Laundering and ID checks in accordance with firm policy. Helping with good document management and matter and client records. Preparing document bundles using bundle software Filing documents with court using CE-Filing. Taking responsibility for ensuring all court dates and deadlines are diarised. Where appropriate, liaising with clients. Carrying out photocopying and scanning and various online filing duties. Organise with team holiday charts. Deal with incoming and outgoing post for the team. Handling, amending and being responsible for legal documents - attention to detail is essential. Assisting other fee earners with administrative tasks as required. Extensive use of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word, as well as case management system. To be considered for the role you will need to have experience working as a Legal Secretary of Executive Assistant, ideally within Commercial Litigation. In return my client offers a friendly and supportive environment in which to progress your career as well as a staff benefits.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Executive Assistant - Commercial Litigation Location: Manchester Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 My client, a highly-regarded law firm, is recruiting for an Executive Assistant to join their friendly and supportive Commercial Litigation team in the Manchester office. Within the role you will be responsible for: Undertaking file opening and related procedures in accordance with the Quality Manual. Undertaking Anti-Money Laundering and ID checks in accordance with firm policy. Helping with good document management and matter and client records. Preparing document bundles using bundle software Filing documents with court using CE-Filing. Taking responsibility for ensuring all court dates and deadlines are diarised. Where appropriate, liaising with clients. Carrying out photocopying and scanning and various online filing duties. Organise with team holiday charts. Deal with incoming and outgoing post for the team. Handling, amending and being responsible for legal documents - attention to detail is essential. Assisting other fee earners with administrative tasks as required. Extensive use of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word, as well as case management system. To be considered for the role you will need to have experience working as a Legal Secretary of Executive Assistant, ideally within Commercial Litigation. In return my client offers a friendly and supportive environment in which to progress your career as well as a staff benefits.
Our client is an awarding winning Commercial law firm; they have a strong national reputation and have a wealth of expertise which allows them to advice clients in the most cost effective and efficient way. An opportunity has become available to join their busy commercial property team as a Legal Secretary . Key duties will include: Supporting the department with typing letters, legal documents, bills and emails, dealing with emailed instructions from Partners, Solicitors and Fee Earners. Other duties will include diary management, answering calls and screening for the department, data entry and using Bighand. This role will suit someone who has an excellent telephone manner, excellent attention to detail and has a keen interest in the legal industry and has experience of working in a property department. In return you will receive full training including litigation, a salary between £23,000 - £24,000. Hours are Monday to Thursday 9.00 - 5.30 and Fridays 9.00 - 5.00. Fully office based. 25 days plus bank holidays.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Our client is an awarding winning Commercial law firm; they have a strong national reputation and have a wealth of expertise which allows them to advice clients in the most cost effective and efficient way. An opportunity has become available to join their busy commercial property team as a Legal Secretary . Key duties will include: Supporting the department with typing letters, legal documents, bills and emails, dealing with emailed instructions from Partners, Solicitors and Fee Earners. Other duties will include diary management, answering calls and screening for the department, data entry and using Bighand. This role will suit someone who has an excellent telephone manner, excellent attention to detail and has a keen interest in the legal industry and has experience of working in a property department. In return you will receive full training including litigation, a salary between £23,000 - £24,000. Hours are Monday to Thursday 9.00 - 5.30 and Fridays 9.00 - 5.00. Fully office based. 25 days plus bank holidays.
An opportunity has arisen for an Employment & Litigation Legal Secretary looking for a new and exciting challenge to support the employment and litigation department. The firm is well reputed and has a wealth of work due to its exceptional business contacts and current client base. You'll be a crucial part of the firm's employment and litigation practice, supporting fee earners with employment law litigation matters. This is dynamic and fast paced role where you'll be responsible for trial bundle preparation, drafting legal documents, client liaison, and conducting legal research. Key Responsibilities: Prepare trial bundles for hearings and trials Draft letters and legal documents Conduct legal research and assist in drafting Liaise with clients and other parties Arrange fixed-fee client interviews Ensure detailed file notes for all communications Qualifications and Skills: Previous paralegal experience in litigation preferred but not essential Knowledge of employment, family, and property law Strong organisational and communication skills Proficient in legal research and document preparation Familiarity with case management software is a plus Education: Bachelor's degree in Law or related field. Apply online with your updated CV or contact Gayle Woolf at G2 Legal for immediate consideration today.
May 18, 2024
Full time
An opportunity has arisen for an Employment & Litigation Legal Secretary looking for a new and exciting challenge to support the employment and litigation department. The firm is well reputed and has a wealth of work due to its exceptional business contacts and current client base. You'll be a crucial part of the firm's employment and litigation practice, supporting fee earners with employment law litigation matters. This is dynamic and fast paced role where you'll be responsible for trial bundle preparation, drafting legal documents, client liaison, and conducting legal research. Key Responsibilities: Prepare trial bundles for hearings and trials Draft letters and legal documents Conduct legal research and assist in drafting Liaise with clients and other parties Arrange fixed-fee client interviews Ensure detailed file notes for all communications Qualifications and Skills: Previous paralegal experience in litigation preferred but not essential Knowledge of employment, family, and property law Strong organisational and communication skills Proficient in legal research and document preparation Familiarity with case management software is a plus Education: Bachelor's degree in Law or related field. Apply online with your updated CV or contact Gayle Woolf at G2 Legal for immediate consideration today.
Job Title: Debt Recovery Litigation Assistant Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: 24,750 per annum Job type: Permanent, Full time We see the Litigation Assistant role as a steppingstone towards even greater things - to Litigation Executive where, after sufficient tenure (usually circa 12 months), you may apply for the period of recognised training, subject to the application criteria i.e. demonstrable success and commitment in the role. We are looking for people who - with further investment by us - will make excellent litigation lawyers. We have 80 Trainee Solicitors undertaking a combination of the traditional route to qualifying via LPC or the SQE Degree Apprenticeship. We offer rolling admittance dates throughout the year. The Role We litigate a number of debt recovery claims within the firm. As a Litigation Assistant within our debt team, you will assist our Lawyers in both pre-litigated and post litigated work in relation to breach of contract debt claims. You will also be working closely with the Head of Consumer Claims on non-debt related litigation and other company projects. Job description - the types of tasks within the role You will be supporting a lawyer with their caseloads and helping to manage their client relationships. Client care is an important part of the role, ensuring that clients are happy with the progression of their case. Task management & Case progression including: Drafting letters of claim. Engaging with Defendants by telephone and written communication. Drafting Court documents, including Claim Forms, Particulars of Claim and Interlocutory Applications. Drafting witness statements. Instructing Counsel and liaising with clerks. Keeping the case management file fully up to date Being proactive - chasing third parties by telephone, email and post. Who are we looking for? We are looking for people who have strong legal academic achievement (LLB, LLM, LPC, GDL, SQE). Candidates who have passed their LPC or equivalent will be at an advantage. Usually this will be in tandem with relevant work experience (Legal advice clinic, mini pupillage, vacation schemes etc.), to show a desire for litigation as well as strong commercial acumen. Experience of litigation is desirable but not essential. We are looking for people who show professionalism, maturity and aptitude for client handling and ability to deal with pressure. You will be expected to take responsibility for the tasks in your remit. We are looking for a candidate who have has had experience in dealing with difficult situations and can show skills in objection handling and resilience. We are looking for people with the right attitude, who want to learn and progress. Working Hours: 8:30am-5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday Benefits: We always endeavour to recruit and retain the best staff around. To do so we offer competitive remuneration packages, ongoing training and development opportunities and a wide variety of interesting and challenging work. Additionally, we also offer the following: 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 Attending Lawyer meetings and training sessions (every other month) 3 appraisals per annum to discuss career and progress towards a training contract 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: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams, which will include a short presentation and some technical questions. You will be provided full information and support at every step. Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. We rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. By applying for this vacancy, you are giving us consent for to process your data in line with our Privacy Policy, full details of which can be found on our company website. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Junior Paralegal, Trainee Solicitor, Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Support Assistant, Paralegal, Legal Executive, Legal Handler, Legal Secretary, Legal Aid will also be considered for this role.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Debt Recovery Litigation Assistant Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: 24,750 per annum Job type: Permanent, Full time We see the Litigation Assistant role as a steppingstone towards even greater things - to Litigation Executive where, after sufficient tenure (usually circa 12 months), you may apply for the period of recognised training, subject to the application criteria i.e. demonstrable success and commitment in the role. We are looking for people who - with further investment by us - will make excellent litigation lawyers. We have 80 Trainee Solicitors undertaking a combination of the traditional route to qualifying via LPC or the SQE Degree Apprenticeship. We offer rolling admittance dates throughout the year. The Role We litigate a number of debt recovery claims within the firm. As a Litigation Assistant within our debt team, you will assist our Lawyers in both pre-litigated and post litigated work in relation to breach of contract debt claims. You will also be working closely with the Head of Consumer Claims on non-debt related litigation and other company projects. Job description - the types of tasks within the role You will be supporting a lawyer with their caseloads and helping to manage their client relationships. Client care is an important part of the role, ensuring that clients are happy with the progression of their case. Task management & Case progression including: Drafting letters of claim. Engaging with Defendants by telephone and written communication. Drafting Court documents, including Claim Forms, Particulars of Claim and Interlocutory Applications. Drafting witness statements. Instructing Counsel and liaising with clerks. Keeping the case management file fully up to date Being proactive - chasing third parties by telephone, email and post. Who are we looking for? We are looking for people who have strong legal academic achievement (LLB, LLM, LPC, GDL, SQE). Candidates who have passed their LPC or equivalent will be at an advantage. Usually this will be in tandem with relevant work experience (Legal advice clinic, mini pupillage, vacation schemes etc.), to show a desire for litigation as well as strong commercial acumen. Experience of litigation is desirable but not essential. We are looking for people who show professionalism, maturity and aptitude for client handling and ability to deal with pressure. You will be expected to take responsibility for the tasks in your remit. We are looking for a candidate who have has had experience in dealing with difficult situations and can show skills in objection handling and resilience. We are looking for people with the right attitude, who want to learn and progress. Working Hours: 8:30am-5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday Benefits: We always endeavour to recruit and retain the best staff around. To do so we offer competitive remuneration packages, ongoing training and development opportunities and a wide variety of interesting and challenging work. Additionally, we also offer the following: 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 Attending Lawyer meetings and training sessions (every other month) 3 appraisals per annum to discuss career and progress towards a training contract 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: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams, which will include a short presentation and some technical questions. You will be provided full information and support at every step. Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. We rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. By applying for this vacancy, you are giving us consent for to process your data in line with our Privacy Policy, full details of which can be found on our company website. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Junior Paralegal, Trainee Solicitor, Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Support Assistant, Paralegal, Legal Executive, Legal Handler, Legal Secretary, Legal Aid will 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.
Job Title: Debt Recovery Litigation Assistant Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: £24,750 per annum Job type: Permanent, Full time We see the Litigation Assistant role as a steppingstone towards even greater things - to Litigation Executive where, after sufficient tenure (usually circa 12 months), you may apply for the period of recognised training, subject to the application criteria i.e. demonstrable success and commitment in the role. We are looking for people who - with further investment by us - will make excellent litigation lawyers. We have 80 Trainee Solicitors undertaking a combination of the traditional route to qualifying via LPC or the SQE Degree Apprenticeship. We offer rolling admittance dates throughout the year. The Role We litigate a number of debt recovery claims within the firm. As a Litigation Assistant within our debt team, you will assist our Lawyers in both pre-litigated and post litigated work in relation to breach of contract debt claims. You will also be working closely with the Head of Consumer Claims on non-debt related litigation and other company projects. Job description - the types of tasks within the role You will be supporting a lawyer with their caseloads and helping to manage their client relationships. Client care is an important part of the role, ensuring that clients are happy with the progression of their case. Task management & Case progression including: Drafting letters of claim. Engaging with Defendants by telephone and written communication. Drafting Court documents, including Claim Forms, Particulars of Claim and Interlocutory Applications. Drafting witness statements. Instructing Counsel and liaising with clerks. Keeping the case management file fully up to date Being proactive - chasing third parties by telephone, email and post. Who are we looking for? We are looking for people who have strong legal academic achievement (LLB, LLM, LPC, GDL, SQE). Candidates who have passed their LPC or equivalent will be at an advantage. Usually this will be in tandem with relevant work experience (Legal advice clinic, mini pupillage, vacation schemes etc.), to show a desire for litigation as well as strong commercial acumen. Experience of litigation is desirable but not essential. We are looking for people who show professionalism, maturity and aptitude for client handling and ability to deal with pressure. You will be expected to take responsibility for the tasks in your remit. We are looking for a candidate who have has had experience in dealing with difficult situations and can show skills in objection handling and resilience. We are looking for people with the right attitude, who want to learn and progress. Working Hours: 8:30am-5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday Benefits: We always endeavour to recruit and retain the best staff around. To do so we offer competitive remuneration packages, ongoing training and development opportunities and a wide variety of interesting and challenging work. Additionally, we also offer the following: 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 Attending Lawyer meetings and training sessions (every other month) 3 appraisals per annum to discuss career and progress towards a training contract 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: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams, which will include a short presentation and some technical questions. You will be provided full information and support at every step. Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. We rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. By applying for this vacancy, you are giving us consent for to process your data in line with our Privacy Policy, full details of which can be found on our company website. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Junior Paralegal, Trainee Solicitor, Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Support Assistant, Paralegal, Legal Executive, Legal Handler, Legal Secretary, Legal Aid will also be considered for this role.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Debt Recovery Litigation Assistant Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: £24,750 per annum Job type: Permanent, Full time We see the Litigation Assistant role as a steppingstone towards even greater things - to Litigation Executive where, after sufficient tenure (usually circa 12 months), you may apply for the period of recognised training, subject to the application criteria i.e. demonstrable success and commitment in the role. We are looking for people who - with further investment by us - will make excellent litigation lawyers. We have 80 Trainee Solicitors undertaking a combination of the traditional route to qualifying via LPC or the SQE Degree Apprenticeship. We offer rolling admittance dates throughout the year. The Role We litigate a number of debt recovery claims within the firm. As a Litigation Assistant within our debt team, you will assist our Lawyers in both pre-litigated and post litigated work in relation to breach of contract debt claims. You will also be working closely with the Head of Consumer Claims on non-debt related litigation and other company projects. Job description - the types of tasks within the role You will be supporting a lawyer with their caseloads and helping to manage their client relationships. Client care is an important part of the role, ensuring that clients are happy with the progression of their case. Task management & Case progression including: Drafting letters of claim. Engaging with Defendants by telephone and written communication. Drafting Court documents, including Claim Forms, Particulars of Claim and Interlocutory Applications. Drafting witness statements. Instructing Counsel and liaising with clerks. Keeping the case management file fully up to date Being proactive - chasing third parties by telephone, email and post. Who are we looking for? We are looking for people who have strong legal academic achievement (LLB, LLM, LPC, GDL, SQE). Candidates who have passed their LPC or equivalent will be at an advantage. Usually this will be in tandem with relevant work experience (Legal advice clinic, mini pupillage, vacation schemes etc.), to show a desire for litigation as well as strong commercial acumen. Experience of litigation is desirable but not essential. We are looking for people who show professionalism, maturity and aptitude for client handling and ability to deal with pressure. You will be expected to take responsibility for the tasks in your remit. We are looking for a candidate who have has had experience in dealing with difficult situations and can show skills in objection handling and resilience. We are looking for people with the right attitude, who want to learn and progress. Working Hours: 8:30am-5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday Benefits: We always endeavour to recruit and retain the best staff around. To do so we offer competitive remuneration packages, ongoing training and development opportunities and a wide variety of interesting and challenging work. Additionally, we also offer the following: 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 Attending Lawyer meetings and training sessions (every other month) 3 appraisals per annum to discuss career and progress towards a training contract 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: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams, which will include a short presentation and some technical questions. You will be provided full information and support at every step. Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. We rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. By applying for this vacancy, you are giving us consent for to process your data in line with our Privacy Policy, full details of which can be found on our company website. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Junior Paralegal, Trainee Solicitor, Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Support Assistant, Paralegal, Legal Executive, Legal Handler, Legal Secretary, Legal Aid will also be considered for this role.
Legal Secretary - Litigation£22,000 - £25,000DoncasterFull 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:A highly regarded firm of solicitors is now recruiting for a Legal Secretary to work within the Litigation department. Working in this position, the right candidate will be contributing to the associated legal processes in the department, working as an integral team member to help support Solicitors and Legal Executives.If successful, you will perform the following role: Efficient administration skills, including: mail management, photocopying, stationary management, bundle preparation and other duties associated with a busy office environment. Ability to organise busy diaries - including Outlook. Collating research for fee earners. Liasising with Courts and Cients Contributions to the development of the department and agenda of business. Audio and copy typing. To apply, you will be required to meet the following criteria: Strong IT skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes. Ability to work independently to a high standard and to effectively prioritise competing deadlines. Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a professional telephone manner. High standards of client and customer service. Previous experience of working as a Legal Secretary Strong audio typing skills How to apply: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 17, 2024
Full time
Legal Secretary - Litigation£22,000 - £25,000DoncasterFull 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:A highly regarded firm of solicitors is now recruiting for a Legal Secretary to work within the Litigation department. Working in this position, the right candidate will be contributing to the associated legal processes in the department, working as an integral team member to help support Solicitors and Legal Executives.If successful, you will perform the following role: Efficient administration skills, including: mail management, photocopying, stationary management, bundle preparation and other duties associated with a busy office environment. Ability to organise busy diaries - including Outlook. Collating research for fee earners. Liasising with Courts and Cients Contributions to the development of the department and agenda of business. Audio and copy typing. To apply, you will be required to meet the following criteria: Strong IT skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes. Ability to work independently to a high standard and to effectively prioritise competing deadlines. Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a professional telephone manner. High standards of client and customer service. Previous experience of working as a Legal Secretary Strong audio typing skills How to apply: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
Preparing and formatting letters, legal documents and other correspondence Audio and copy typing Providing support utilising the firms case management system Document filing and archiving Assistance in the preparation of legal and court forms Preparing and issuing invoices Assist with incoming and outgoing mail, including distribution and delivery of correspondence. Diary management General Office / Administration duties What we're looking for Previous legal secretarial or legal experience in general Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with good attention to detail. Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks effectively. An excellent knowledge of Microsoft platforms including Word, Outlook, etc. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Preparing and formatting letters, legal documents and other correspondence Audio and copy typing Providing support utilising the firms case management system Document filing and archiving Assistance in the preparation of legal and court forms Preparing and issuing invoices Assist with incoming and outgoing mail, including distribution and delivery of correspondence. Diary management General Office / Administration duties What we're looking for Previous legal secretarial or legal experience in general Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with good attention to detail. Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks effectively. An excellent knowledge of Microsoft platforms including Word, Outlook, etc. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Legal Secretary Manchester- office-based 3 month FTC Are you a skilled secretary seeking your next challenge? We are thrilled to present a fantastic opportunity join a renowned law firm's Commercial Litigation team on a fixed-term basis for 3 months, starting at the end of April/ or ASAP. The role: Experienced secretary with meticulous attention to detail. Proficient in digital dictation, ideally with familiarity using Big Hand and iManage. Strong organisational abilities and adept at prioritising tasks. Provide vital support to the Commercial Litigation team. Assist with administrative duties as necessary. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity apply today!
May 17, 2024
Contractor
Legal Secretary Manchester- office-based 3 month FTC Are you a skilled secretary seeking your next challenge? We are thrilled to present a fantastic opportunity join a renowned law firm's Commercial Litigation team on a fixed-term basis for 3 months, starting at the end of April/ or ASAP. The role: Experienced secretary with meticulous attention to detail. Proficient in digital dictation, ideally with familiarity using Big Hand and iManage. Strong organisational abilities and adept at prioritising tasks. Provide vital support to the Commercial Litigation team. Assist with administrative duties as necessary. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity apply today!
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
Legal Secretary - Full-Time - Permanent - Liverpool - Up to £28,000 DOE Your new company You will be joining a thriving business law firm located in Liverpool. Their dynamic office culture emphasises collaboration, innovation, and internal progression. Join their team and contribute to their success! Your new role As a mid-level legal secretary, you will play a crucial role in supporting the corporate, litigation, and property departments. Your responsibilities will include audiotyping, document preparation, client communication, and efficient diary management. You'll be part of a dedicated secretarial team committed to excellence. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience as a legal secretaryExcellent typing speed and document management skillsStrong communication (both written and verbal)Ability to multitask and attention to detail.Familiarity with case management and dictation softwareEfficient diary management and organisational skillsTeam player approach What you'll get in return Up to £28,0000 salary based on experience.Mon-Friday 09:00 - 17:0035 hours25 days of holiday plus statutory bank holidaysCompany pension schemeOn-site parkingSick payPositive and supportive company culture What you need to do now This is a very exciting time to join a growing, successful business, so if you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV for immediate consideration. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
May 16, 2024
Full time
Legal Secretary - Full-Time - Permanent - Liverpool - Up to £28,000 DOE Your new company You will be joining a thriving business law firm located in Liverpool. Their dynamic office culture emphasises collaboration, innovation, and internal progression. Join their team and contribute to their success! Your new role As a mid-level legal secretary, you will play a crucial role in supporting the corporate, litigation, and property departments. Your responsibilities will include audiotyping, document preparation, client communication, and efficient diary management. You'll be part of a dedicated secretarial team committed to excellence. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience as a legal secretaryExcellent typing speed and document management skillsStrong communication (both written and verbal)Ability to multitask and attention to detail.Familiarity with case management and dictation softwareEfficient diary management and organisational skillsTeam player approach What you'll get in return Up to £28,0000 salary based on experience.Mon-Friday 09:00 - 17:0035 hours25 days of holiday plus statutory bank holidaysCompany pension schemeOn-site parkingSick payPositive and supportive company culture What you need to do now This is a very exciting time to join a growing, successful business, so if you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV for immediate consideration. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Permanent Legal PA/Secretary based in South Manchester Your new company This legal firm is seeking 2 legal PAs to join their teams. They are a top-rated firm with a lot of opportunities for development. Hybrid working is available. Your new role You will be responsible for providing administration and PA support to partners and fee earners within the firm. Duties will include diary management, travel, accommodation, reviewing documents, digital dictation, handling files, dealing with paper bundles, meeting and greeting visitors, setting up meeting rooms and more. What you'll need to succeed You will need to come from a legal background for this role and ideally in litigation, or you have used the Proclaim system. Your previous experience within a PA/senior administration role will help you succeed in this role. You're highly organised with excellent attention to detail along with great communication skills. You're proactive, organised, switched on and bright. What you'll get in return You will receive an excellent salary of £25,000+ depending on experience. You will also be working for a great organisation with a lot of opportunity for development. You will also have access to a benefits package including holidays, pension, healthcare and hybrid working. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
May 16, 2024
Full time
Permanent Legal PA/Secretary based in South Manchester Your new company This legal firm is seeking 2 legal PAs to join their teams. They are a top-rated firm with a lot of opportunities for development. Hybrid working is available. Your new role You will be responsible for providing administration and PA support to partners and fee earners within the firm. Duties will include diary management, travel, accommodation, reviewing documents, digital dictation, handling files, dealing with paper bundles, meeting and greeting visitors, setting up meeting rooms and more. What you'll need to succeed You will need to come from a legal background for this role and ideally in litigation, or you have used the Proclaim system. Your previous experience within a PA/senior administration role will help you succeed in this role. You're highly organised with excellent attention to detail along with great communication skills. You're proactive, organised, switched on and bright. What you'll get in return You will receive an excellent salary of £25,000+ depending on experience. You will also be working for a great organisation with a lot of opportunity for development. You will also have access to a benefits package including holidays, pension, healthcare and hybrid working. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
We are seeking an experienced legal secretary to join our clients busy Dispute Resolution department in central Brighton. You will be providing support to a small team dealing with a range of client-focussed secretarial and administrative tasks. You will have previous legal secretarial experience, ideally in a dispute resolution/commercial litigation team, but we will consider experience gained in click apply for full job details
May 16, 2024
Full time
We are seeking an experienced legal secretary to join our clients busy Dispute Resolution department in central Brighton. You will be providing support to a small team dealing with a range of client-focussed secretarial and administrative tasks. You will have previous legal secretarial experience, ideally in a dispute resolution/commercial litigation team, but we will consider experience gained in click apply for full job details
LITIGATION PARALEGAL OR NEWLY QUALIFIED LAWYER This really friendly and well established firm of Solicitors, with office in East Sussex are looking to recruit a Litigation Paralegal or a Newly Qualified Lawyer to be based in their Hastings office . This role would suit a paralegal who has an interest in Litigation, you will be dealing with housing disputes, landlord disputes and general housing litigation, the successful candidate will be mentored by a senior litigator, you must have excellent organisational skills and be able to take the initiative when required, work as part of a team and enjoy a busy environment, this is a really busy role working with a friendly team. This role would suit a Paralegal or a Legal Secretary who is looking for career progression with a keen interest in Civil Litigation. In return the company are offering an a stable and friendly environment, excellent salary and career progression. To apply please submit your CV to Jan Hanley at Staff Recruit or for more information please telephone Jan Hanley at Staff Recruit.
May 16, 2024
Full time
LITIGATION PARALEGAL OR NEWLY QUALIFIED LAWYER This really friendly and well established firm of Solicitors, with office in East Sussex are looking to recruit a Litigation Paralegal or a Newly Qualified Lawyer to be based in their Hastings office . This role would suit a paralegal who has an interest in Litigation, you will be dealing with housing disputes, landlord disputes and general housing litigation, the successful candidate will be mentored by a senior litigator, you must have excellent organisational skills and be able to take the initiative when required, work as part of a team and enjoy a busy environment, this is a really busy role working with a friendly team. This role would suit a Paralegal or a Legal Secretary who is looking for career progression with a keen interest in Civil Litigation. In return the company are offering an a stable and friendly environment, excellent salary and career progression. To apply please submit your CV to Jan Hanley at Staff Recruit or for more information please telephone Jan Hanley at Staff Recruit.
Brook Street recruitment is currently working on behalf of our Belfast city centre client to recruit a legal secretary with hands on legal secretary experience to join their growing team. This is an excellent chance to join a well-known firm in the city centre, close to all public transport links. They have bright modern working conditions and offer an excellent salary package. The role will only be suited to candidates with hands on previous legal secretary experience and candidates ABSOLUTELY MUST have previous experience working as a legal secretary. The client is not interested in CVs from any other discipline. It would be very beneficial if candidates have experience of legal aid work/LAMS to work on plaintiff litigation, criminal and possibly family matters Duties Providing secretarial and administrative support for other fee earners Typing, filing, and archiving duties When required covering reception duties including answering of telephones Completing all documentation required for clients Photocopying, and compiling of documentation Managing a neat filing system and diary system of key dates for allocated fee-earners Maintaining a tidy work station and work area at all times Ordering stationery, purchasing postage stamps Other duties relevant to the role Essential Skills Experience in being a legal secretary role with Plaintiff litigation, Family Law Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workloads Attention to detail and high accuracy levels Strong audio typing skills Be able to work successfully as part of a team Experience in conveyancing/family/criminal law is required Please send CV to Colleen Farquharson via the apply link
May 16, 2024
Full time
Brook Street recruitment is currently working on behalf of our Belfast city centre client to recruit a legal secretary with hands on legal secretary experience to join their growing team. This is an excellent chance to join a well-known firm in the city centre, close to all public transport links. They have bright modern working conditions and offer an excellent salary package. The role will only be suited to candidates with hands on previous legal secretary experience and candidates ABSOLUTELY MUST have previous experience working as a legal secretary. The client is not interested in CVs from any other discipline. It would be very beneficial if candidates have experience of legal aid work/LAMS to work on plaintiff litigation, criminal and possibly family matters Duties Providing secretarial and administrative support for other fee earners Typing, filing, and archiving duties When required covering reception duties including answering of telephones Completing all documentation required for clients Photocopying, and compiling of documentation Managing a neat filing system and diary system of key dates for allocated fee-earners Maintaining a tidy work station and work area at all times Ordering stationery, purchasing postage stamps Other duties relevant to the role Essential Skills Experience in being a legal secretary role with Plaintiff litigation, Family Law Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workloads Attention to detail and high accuracy levels Strong audio typing skills Be able to work successfully as part of a team Experience in conveyancing/family/criminal law is required Please send CV to Colleen Farquharson via the apply link
Your new company You will be joining a thriving business law firm located in Liverpool. Their dynamic office culture emphasises collaboration, innovation, and internal progression. Join their team and contribute to their success! Your new role As a mid-level legal secretary, you will play a crucial role in supporting the corporate, litigation, and property departments. Your responsibilities will include audiotyping, document preparation, client communication, and efficient diary management. You'll be part of a dedicated secretarial team committed to excellence. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience as a legal secretary Excellent typing speed and document management skills Strong communication (both written and verbal) Ability to multitask and attention to detail. Familiarity with case management and dictation software Efficient diary management and organisational skills Team player approach What you'll get in return Up to 28,0000 salary based on experience. Mon-Friday 09:00 - 17:00 35 hours 25 days of holiday plus statutory bank holidays Company pension scheme On-site parking Sick pay Positive and supportive company culture What you need to do now This is a very exciting time to join a growing, successful business, so if you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV for immediate consideration. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
May 16, 2024
Full time
Your new company You will be joining a thriving business law firm located in Liverpool. Their dynamic office culture emphasises collaboration, innovation, and internal progression. Join their team and contribute to their success! Your new role As a mid-level legal secretary, you will play a crucial role in supporting the corporate, litigation, and property departments. Your responsibilities will include audiotyping, document preparation, client communication, and efficient diary management. You'll be part of a dedicated secretarial team committed to excellence. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience as a legal secretary Excellent typing speed and document management skills Strong communication (both written and verbal) Ability to multitask and attention to detail. Familiarity with case management and dictation software Efficient diary management and organisational skills Team player approach What you'll get in return Up to 28,0000 salary based on experience. Mon-Friday 09:00 - 17:00 35 hours 25 days of holiday plus statutory bank holidays Company pension scheme On-site parking Sick pay Positive and supportive company culture What you need to do now This is a very exciting time to join a growing, successful business, so if you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV for immediate consideration. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Legal Secretary - Litigation Full time, permanent role Holborn, London Role is office based Salary up to £38,000 (DOE) My client is a law firm based in Holborn, and they're seeking an experienced litigation secretary to join their team. The firm have a friendly, energetic and collaborative culture and are a group of down to earth solicitors and legal professionals that genuinely come into the office, do their work and have a good laugh. You will be providing administrative support to several of the partners, so prior experience working as a litigation secretary is essential. There are 2 litigation secretaries currently in the team that support fee earners, but due to an increase in work, they need another secretary to support with the workload. Responsibilities Document production - audiotyping, preparing, maintaining and organising legal files and documents Telephone and email management Scheduling & diarising deadlines and fee earners calendars Assisting with trial preparation, including bundling Conducting legal research and gathering relevant information for cases Invoicing Photocopying, scanning and dealing with post About you Previous experience as a legal secretary or similar role Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures within litigation You must have strong organisation skills and the ability to prioritise competing deadlines Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when typing Experienced in MS Office Suite and other softwares such as AbobePro and Docusign. Great verbal and written communication skills For further information, please contact Lydia Walker on or I recruit for legal support roles across London, Kent, Sussex & Surrey, so if this opportunity isn't quite right, please get in touch to discuss other options.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Legal Secretary - Litigation Full time, permanent role Holborn, London Role is office based Salary up to £38,000 (DOE) My client is a law firm based in Holborn, and they're seeking an experienced litigation secretary to join their team. The firm have a friendly, energetic and collaborative culture and are a group of down to earth solicitors and legal professionals that genuinely come into the office, do their work and have a good laugh. You will be providing administrative support to several of the partners, so prior experience working as a litigation secretary is essential. There are 2 litigation secretaries currently in the team that support fee earners, but due to an increase in work, they need another secretary to support with the workload. Responsibilities Document production - audiotyping, preparing, maintaining and organising legal files and documents Telephone and email management Scheduling & diarising deadlines and fee earners calendars Assisting with trial preparation, including bundling Conducting legal research and gathering relevant information for cases Invoicing Photocopying, scanning and dealing with post About you Previous experience as a legal secretary or similar role Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures within litigation You must have strong organisation skills and the ability to prioritise competing deadlines Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when typing Experienced in MS Office Suite and other softwares such as AbobePro and Docusign. Great verbal and written communication skills For further information, please contact Lydia Walker on or I recruit for legal support roles across London, Kent, Sussex & Surrey, so if this opportunity isn't quite right, please get in touch to discuss other options.