Elevate your career in the legal field by joining a dynamic litigation team based in the heart of London. A prestigious law firm is in search of a dedicated Legal Secretary, whose organisational prowess and attention to detail will be pivotal in the seamless operation of their office. As the backbone of the legal team, your role will be multifaceted, involving document management that encompasses audio typing, meticulous preparation, and systematic organisation of legal files. Your day-to-day responsibilities will also include photocopying, scanning, managing post, and ensuring accurate invoicing. Your adeptness at telephone and email communication will be essential in maintaining the firm's professional standards. Your role will extend to supporting the legal staff in scheduling, diarising critical deadlines, and conducting legal research to gather vital information for cases. As preparations for trials commence, your skills will be crucial in both physical and electronic bundling. Throughout your duties, handling confidential information with the highest degree of discretion will be paramount. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience as a Legal Secretary with at least 3 years in a similar role, and worked n a Litigation bias. Showcasing proficiency in MS Office Suite and familiarity with software applications such as AdobePro and DocuSign. A solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures is expected, as is experience with document management systems. The firm values individuals with a keen eye for detail, exceptional organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively. They are looking for a established Legal Secretary and although the role will develop into more senior responsibilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must, as is the capability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Familiarity with solicitor's accounts and posting will be advantageous. In return for your commitment, the firm offers a professional and supportive work environment where your contributions are recognised and valued. You will be working closely with at least two partners, providing a chance to develop your legal expertise and professional network. If you are ready to take on this integral role and contribute to the success of a leading legal team, please submit your application. Join a firm that not only values your skills but also offers a platform for professional growth and development within the legal sector. Please note: This role is NOT suitable to candidates looking for their first role in a Legal career or Paralegal's candidates looking to qualify as a Solicitor long term.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Elevate your career in the legal field by joining a dynamic litigation team based in the heart of London. A prestigious law firm is in search of a dedicated Legal Secretary, whose organisational prowess and attention to detail will be pivotal in the seamless operation of their office. As the backbone of the legal team, your role will be multifaceted, involving document management that encompasses audio typing, meticulous preparation, and systematic organisation of legal files. Your day-to-day responsibilities will also include photocopying, scanning, managing post, and ensuring accurate invoicing. Your adeptness at telephone and email communication will be essential in maintaining the firm's professional standards. Your role will extend to supporting the legal staff in scheduling, diarising critical deadlines, and conducting legal research to gather vital information for cases. As preparations for trials commence, your skills will be crucial in both physical and electronic bundling. Throughout your duties, handling confidential information with the highest degree of discretion will be paramount. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience as a Legal Secretary with at least 3 years in a similar role, and worked n a Litigation bias. Showcasing proficiency in MS Office Suite and familiarity with software applications such as AdobePro and DocuSign. A solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures is expected, as is experience with document management systems. The firm values individuals with a keen eye for detail, exceptional organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively. They are looking for a established Legal Secretary and although the role will develop into more senior responsibilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must, as is the capability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Familiarity with solicitor's accounts and posting will be advantageous. In return for your commitment, the firm offers a professional and supportive work environment where your contributions are recognised and valued. You will be working closely with at least two partners, providing a chance to develop your legal expertise and professional network. If you are ready to take on this integral role and contribute to the success of a leading legal team, please submit your application. Join a firm that not only values your skills but also offers a platform for professional growth and development within the legal sector. Please note: This role is NOT suitable to candidates looking for their first role in a Legal career or Paralegal's candidates looking to qualify as a Solicitor long term.
Our client is a leading Cheshire law firm with four offices across the region. We are assisting them to fill a vacancy at their Head Office in Stockport in the Litigation Department. This person will work with the Head of Litigation and the wider team to facilitate the smooth operation of the department. The Role Will Include General typing, drafting, writing and proofreading business documents Handling confidential information Dealing with clients Making appointments Keeping records Filing and general administrative work Skills Required Excellent communication skills Previous experience as a Legal Secretary (not necessarily litigation experience although this would be useful). Word processing and IT skills Excellent spelling and grammar Accuracy and attention to detail Organisational skills The ability to work in a team and use your own judgement Graduates with a Law Degree who have specifically studied litigation and are looking for their first position are welcome to apply Preferably Mon/Wed/Fri. 9am to 5.30 pm 22.5 hours per week Benefits: Additional leave Company events Company pension Employee discount Private medical insurance Sick pay Excellent Holiday entitlement
May 17, 2024
Full time
Our client is a leading Cheshire law firm with four offices across the region. We are assisting them to fill a vacancy at their Head Office in Stockport in the Litigation Department. This person will work with the Head of Litigation and the wider team to facilitate the smooth operation of the department. The Role Will Include General typing, drafting, writing and proofreading business documents Handling confidential information Dealing with clients Making appointments Keeping records Filing and general administrative work Skills Required Excellent communication skills Previous experience as a Legal Secretary (not necessarily litigation experience although this would be useful). Word processing and IT skills Excellent spelling and grammar Accuracy and attention to detail Organisational skills The ability to work in a team and use your own judgement Graduates with a Law Degree who have specifically studied litigation and are looking for their first position are welcome to apply Preferably Mon/Wed/Fri. 9am to 5.30 pm 22.5 hours per week Benefits: Additional leave Company events Company pension Employee discount Private medical insurance Sick pay Excellent Holiday entitlement
Bell Cornwall Recruitment
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Legal Secretary Nottingham (predominantly office-based) 25,000 - 30,000 p/a Bell Cornwall Recruitment are delighted to be working with one of the largest law firms in the UK, who continue to grow. They are looking for a Legal Secretary to join their litigation team in the Nottingham office. They are ideally looking for someone who is vastly experienced working as a Legal Secretary in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role will include personal assistant styled responsibilities such as diary management and arranging travel for fee-earning solicitors, so someone who has acted in the capacity of a PA alongside secretarial duties would be advantageous. The successful candidate will possess fantastic organisation, exemplary written and verbal communication skills, and a sound legal background. If that is you, then this opportunity could represent an exciting next chapter in your career. Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales
May 17, 2024
Full time
Legal Secretary Nottingham (predominantly office-based) 25,000 - 30,000 p/a Bell Cornwall Recruitment are delighted to be working with one of the largest law firms in the UK, who continue to grow. They are looking for a Legal Secretary to join their litigation team in the Nottingham office. They are ideally looking for someone who is vastly experienced working as a Legal Secretary in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role will include personal assistant styled responsibilities such as diary management and arranging travel for fee-earning solicitors, so someone who has acted in the capacity of a PA alongside secretarial duties would be advantageous. The successful candidate will possess fantastic organisation, exemplary written and verbal communication skills, and a sound legal background. If that is you, then this opportunity could represent an exciting next chapter in your career. Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales
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 in Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester. 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 5,500 reviews. 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 17, 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 in Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester. 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 5,500 reviews. 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.
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
Our client is in need of an experienced legal secretary to provide secretarial support to a couple of fee earners dealing with litigation. A minimum of two years' experience working within another law firm is required. Expected duties will include will be working on, file management, invoicing, telephone and e-mail management, audiotyping, photocopying, scanning and dealing with post. Highly skilled in Microsoft office, AdobePro, DocuSign and experience in other Document Management Systems Familiarity with solicitors accounts and posting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a change into a vibrant and successful practice. Excellent benefits on offer. Please apply asap! Please note Candidates must have worked in a Law firm within Litigation Department as a Secretary to apply for the role.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Our client is in need of an experienced legal secretary to provide secretarial support to a couple of fee earners dealing with litigation. A minimum of two years' experience working within another law firm is required. Expected duties will include will be working on, file management, invoicing, telephone and e-mail management, audiotyping, photocopying, scanning and dealing with post. Highly skilled in Microsoft office, AdobePro, DocuSign and experience in other Document Management Systems Familiarity with solicitors accounts and posting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a change into a vibrant and successful practice. Excellent benefits on offer. Please apply asap! Please note Candidates must have worked in a Law firm within Litigation Department as a Secretary to apply for the role.
Legal Secretary - Part Time (3 days per week) Do you have excellent secretarial skills and a passion for supporting legal professionals? Our client, a well-established law firm based in Stockport, is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their dynamic team on a part-time basis. As a Legal Secretary, you will have an opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the organisation by undertaking fee earning work under supervision. Your self-management skills and attention to detail will ensure the delivery of services at optimum speed and efficiency. Responsibilities: Prioritise work, maintain efficiency, and uphold client care standards Type dictations accurately and efficiently Assist fee earners in handling tasks on behalf of clients, following the firm's quality and risk management procedures Prepare court documents and bundles in accordance with instructions from fee earners Provide support to fee earners in their absence, taking calls, and assisting with urgent issues Keep clients updated without providing legal advice, making follow-up calls, and sending correspondence to accelerate service delivery Show initiative in requesting information and making inquiries to progress cases promptly Open new files with the support of fee earners and maintain accurate information Draught and send standard letters and manage non-standard letters with relevant enclosures Ensure accuracy and adherence to the firm's house style in all correspondence Raise bills and handle payments, liaising with the accounts team Coordinate the administrative element of managing filing, including opening, closing, storage, and retrieval of client files Support the team with various tasks such as copying, scanning, binding, and courier bookings Provide secretarial support, including appointment scheduling, travel arrangements, and diary management Undertake training to enhance legal, supervision, and ICT skills Skills and Qualifications: Strong typing skills (audio 70+ wpm) with attention to detail Excellent organisational and time management abilities Effective communication skills in various mediums Experience in legal secretarial roles, ideally within a Dispute Resolution team Proficient in Case Management and MS Word Familiarity with Case Management administration What our client offers: A supportive and inclusive work environment Training and development opportunities Competitive salary (Circa 22,425 depending on experience) Join our client's team and contribute to their success as a Legal Secretary. Apply now with your most up-to-date CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for the role. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Legal Secretary - Part Time (3 days per week) Do you have excellent secretarial skills and a passion for supporting legal professionals? Our client, a well-established law firm based in Stockport, is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their dynamic team on a part-time basis. As a Legal Secretary, you will have an opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the organisation by undertaking fee earning work under supervision. Your self-management skills and attention to detail will ensure the delivery of services at optimum speed and efficiency. Responsibilities: Prioritise work, maintain efficiency, and uphold client care standards Type dictations accurately and efficiently Assist fee earners in handling tasks on behalf of clients, following the firm's quality and risk management procedures Prepare court documents and bundles in accordance with instructions from fee earners Provide support to fee earners in their absence, taking calls, and assisting with urgent issues Keep clients updated without providing legal advice, making follow-up calls, and sending correspondence to accelerate service delivery Show initiative in requesting information and making inquiries to progress cases promptly Open new files with the support of fee earners and maintain accurate information Draught and send standard letters and manage non-standard letters with relevant enclosures Ensure accuracy and adherence to the firm's house style in all correspondence Raise bills and handle payments, liaising with the accounts team Coordinate the administrative element of managing filing, including opening, closing, storage, and retrieval of client files Support the team with various tasks such as copying, scanning, binding, and courier bookings Provide secretarial support, including appointment scheduling, travel arrangements, and diary management Undertake training to enhance legal, supervision, and ICT skills Skills and Qualifications: Strong typing skills (audio 70+ wpm) with attention to detail Excellent organisational and time management abilities Effective communication skills in various mediums Experience in legal secretarial roles, ideally within a Dispute Resolution team Proficient in Case Management and MS Word Familiarity with Case Management administration What our client offers: A supportive and inclusive work environment Training and development opportunities Competitive salary (Circa 22,425 depending on experience) Join our client's team and contribute to their success as a Legal Secretary. Apply now with your most up-to-date CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for the role. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
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.
Legal Secretary Our client have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Commercial Litigation Legal Secretary to join their Litigation department. The successful candidate will be joining a solid team that works on a wide-ranging caseload of Civil, Commercial , Dispute resolution and employment matters. The Role Providing secretarial support to the fee earner Diary management, booking meeting rooms and arranging meetings Arranging client meetings Liaising with clients, solicitors, courts, councils Audio typing, using digital dictation Bighand File and case management , Bill preparation Preparing trial bundles Assisting with Commercial, Civil Litigation and Property Disputes The candidate You will be an experienced legal secretary, experienced with Commercial , Civil Litigation or dispute resolution Accurate audio typing speeds from digital dictation Proven IT ( Microsoft Office) Excel skills Able to adapt and pick up new ideas and follow processes Able to work as part of a team Possess excellent interpersonal skills Be extremely well organised Excellent attention to detail Friendly working environment Apply Now. If you feel this is the right opportunity for you, Contact Julie Sheridan at JS Legal Recruitment Ltd, quoting reference JSL2319 OR email now your cv or call for a confidential discussion . For more information on other vacancies JS Legal recruitment Ltd are handling please visit our website. All successful applications will be responded to within 7 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Legal Secretary Our client have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Commercial Litigation Legal Secretary to join their Litigation department. The successful candidate will be joining a solid team that works on a wide-ranging caseload of Civil, Commercial , Dispute resolution and employment matters. The Role Providing secretarial support to the fee earner Diary management, booking meeting rooms and arranging meetings Arranging client meetings Liaising with clients, solicitors, courts, councils Audio typing, using digital dictation Bighand File and case management , Bill preparation Preparing trial bundles Assisting with Commercial, Civil Litigation and Property Disputes The candidate You will be an experienced legal secretary, experienced with Commercial , Civil Litigation or dispute resolution Accurate audio typing speeds from digital dictation Proven IT ( Microsoft Office) Excel skills Able to adapt and pick up new ideas and follow processes Able to work as part of a team Possess excellent interpersonal skills Be extremely well organised Excellent attention to detail Friendly working environment Apply Now. If you feel this is the right opportunity for you, Contact Julie Sheridan at JS Legal Recruitment Ltd, quoting reference JSL2319 OR email now your cv or call for a confidential discussion . For more information on other vacancies JS Legal recruitment Ltd are handling please visit our website. All successful applications will be responded to within 7 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Our UK and internal law firm clients regularly require Legal Secretaries with Litigation experience to cover annual leave and staff shortages. These assignments can be short or long term, duties can include, photocopying, scanning, preparing documents, opening new clients matters, maintaining diaries and inboxes, arranging travel and preparing itineraries. If you are a Legal Secretary who is available immediately and is interested in temporary vacancies, please apply now!
May 16, 2024
Full time
Our UK and internal law firm clients regularly require Legal Secretaries with Litigation experience to cover annual leave and staff shortages. These assignments can be short or long term, duties can include, photocopying, scanning, preparing documents, opening new clients matters, maintaining diaries and inboxes, arranging travel and preparing itineraries. If you are a Legal Secretary who is available immediately and is interested in temporary vacancies, please apply now!
Legal Personal Assistant - Hybrid Do you have PA or Legal Secretary experience? Would like to join a renowned firm known for culture and their international presence? If so we have a fantastic role for you!A renowned international law firm are seeking a Personal Assistant to join them on a permanent basis in London. Legal Personal Assistant Responsibilities: As a primarily Partner focused role, based with a fee-earning department, your duties will include: Acting as a first point of contact on behalf of fee-earners, correspondence, and meeting requests (both internally and from clients). Full proactive and advanced calendar management. Case preparation assuring fee-earners are fully prepared with collated documents, client background information and any additional notes. Support fee-earners in the smooth running of the client/matter lifecycle, including client on-boarding and compliance. Work with the client lead Partner and BD team to plan and deliver Client Care programmes. Assisting with billings for the firm and co-ordinate WIP lists. Prepare, amend, and proofread documents including attendance notes, memos, emails, pitches, and presentations. In some cases, preparing bundles for court, styling documents and assist a litigation lifecycle where necessary. About You: Previous Legal Secretary or Legal Personal Assistant experience ideally from a law firm environment. Experience working at Partner level. Previous experience managing calendars for multiple individuals. Strong time management skills and excellent attention to detail. Confident in your proofreading abilities. Apply Now: The successful Personal Assistant will be offered a salary up to £45k per annum depending on experience.With roles in various departments including Sports, Innovation and IP. Apply now and I will get in touch about more information! It is EJ Legal's policy, as a matter of courtesy to respond to all applications within three working days. However because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to respond to individual candidates. If we have not contacted you within three working days your application has been unsuccessful and your details have not been retained. Please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. EJ Legal is a Recruitment Agency and is advertising this vacancy
May 15, 2024
Full time
Legal Personal Assistant - Hybrid Do you have PA or Legal Secretary experience? Would like to join a renowned firm known for culture and their international presence? If so we have a fantastic role for you!A renowned international law firm are seeking a Personal Assistant to join them on a permanent basis in London. Legal Personal Assistant Responsibilities: As a primarily Partner focused role, based with a fee-earning department, your duties will include: Acting as a first point of contact on behalf of fee-earners, correspondence, and meeting requests (both internally and from clients). Full proactive and advanced calendar management. Case preparation assuring fee-earners are fully prepared with collated documents, client background information and any additional notes. Support fee-earners in the smooth running of the client/matter lifecycle, including client on-boarding and compliance. Work with the client lead Partner and BD team to plan and deliver Client Care programmes. Assisting with billings for the firm and co-ordinate WIP lists. Prepare, amend, and proofread documents including attendance notes, memos, emails, pitches, and presentations. In some cases, preparing bundles for court, styling documents and assist a litigation lifecycle where necessary. About You: Previous Legal Secretary or Legal Personal Assistant experience ideally from a law firm environment. Experience working at Partner level. Previous experience managing calendars for multiple individuals. Strong time management skills and excellent attention to detail. Confident in your proofreading abilities. Apply Now: The successful Personal Assistant will be offered a salary up to £45k per annum depending on experience.With roles in various departments including Sports, Innovation and IP. Apply now and I will get in touch about more information! It is EJ Legal's policy, as a matter of courtesy to respond to all applications within three working days. However because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to respond to individual candidates. If we have not contacted you within three working days your application has been unsuccessful and your details have not been retained. Please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. EJ Legal is a Recruitment Agency and is advertising this vacancy
An established and highly regarded multi - disciplinary legal practice with offices across the North West and Shropshire are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join the team at their Chester office.You will be working across a number of legal sectors to include Family, Employment, Litigation and Wills and Probate. You will be flexible to adapt to the needs of the business and will be able to adapt to working across different practice areas and for different Solicitors across the business. No two days are the same and the role will therefore suit someone with general secretarial/ office experience ideally within a legal background.You will be able to use digital dictation, touch typing as well as general admin duties, providing reception cover and handling telephone enquiries.You will be a confident person with excellent communication skills and the ability to work well as a member of a team.Organisational skills are essential for this role. You will have the ability to manage and prioritise your work; with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.Salary is competitive, depending on experience together with excellent benefits.This is a full time, permanent role.Click on the link to apply and contact Laura-Kate for more information on /
May 15, 2024
Full time
An established and highly regarded multi - disciplinary legal practice with offices across the North West and Shropshire are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join the team at their Chester office.You will be working across a number of legal sectors to include Family, Employment, Litigation and Wills and Probate. You will be flexible to adapt to the needs of the business and will be able to adapt to working across different practice areas and for different Solicitors across the business. No two days are the same and the role will therefore suit someone with general secretarial/ office experience ideally within a legal background.You will be able to use digital dictation, touch typing as well as general admin duties, providing reception cover and handling telephone enquiries.You will be a confident person with excellent communication skills and the ability to work well as a member of a team.Organisational skills are essential for this role. You will have the ability to manage and prioritise your work; with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.Salary is competitive, depending on experience together with excellent benefits.This is a full time, permanent role.Click on the link to apply and contact Laura-Kate for more information on /
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 other legal areas. Duties included: Supporting a small team, dealing with a range of client-focused secretarial and administrative tasks. Electronic diary management, booking rooms and arranging meetings. Liaising with Clients and other parties. Using a case management system for client files. Scanning in and time recording of incoming post and emails. Maintaining orderly files - keeping filing up to date. Prepare Court/Counsel bundles as required. Photocopying of documents. Handling incoming telephone calls in an efficient and courteous manner, dealing with queries where possible and passing on in a timely manner. Experience required: Previous legal secretarial, ideally in a dispute resolution/commercial litigation team. Experience of legal billing, with a good standard of numeracy. Good IT skills and fast accurate typing speeds. Good administrative and time management skills. What they offer: Salary depending on experience up to £30K. 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme. Full time: Monday Friday with a minimum of 3 days in office per week and 2 days from home.
May 15, 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 other legal areas. Duties included: Supporting a small team, dealing with a range of client-focused secretarial and administrative tasks. Electronic diary management, booking rooms and arranging meetings. Liaising with Clients and other parties. Using a case management system for client files. Scanning in and time recording of incoming post and emails. Maintaining orderly files - keeping filing up to date. Prepare Court/Counsel bundles as required. Photocopying of documents. Handling incoming telephone calls in an efficient and courteous manner, dealing with queries where possible and passing on in a timely manner. Experience required: Previous legal secretarial, ideally in a dispute resolution/commercial litigation team. Experience of legal billing, with a good standard of numeracy. Good IT skills and fast accurate typing speeds. Good administrative and time management skills. What they offer: Salary depending on experience up to £30K. 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme. Full time: Monday Friday with a minimum of 3 days in office per week and 2 days from home.