Legal Support Assistant / Legal Secretary
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £22000 – £28000/annum DOE + Excellent Benefits Package
Position title
Legal Support Assistant
Description
Are you an efficient and organised Legal Secretary / Administrator looking for a challenging, yet highly rewarding opportunity with a top Manchester law firm?
If the answer is yes, then read on.
Responsibilities
This is a varied and interesting administration role, working in support of a team of fee earners. Duties include but are not limited to:
* Managing the production of documents including proof reading and formatting before passing to the relevant fee earner.
* Taking and making calls on behalf of the team, relaying accurate and speedy messages and ensuring accuracy and professionalism at all times.
* Ensuring all processes and procedures are adhered to at all times.
* Opening and closing of client files and ensuring files are maintained to a high level.
* Monitoring of key dates and ensuring deadlines are met and compliance procedures are are up to date on all files and matters.
* Acting as first point of contact for the team and dealing with enquiries in a professional manner.
* Arranging all administrative tasks including photocopying, printing, arranging couriers, post etc.
* Producing Excel spreadsheets and upkeeping where necessary.
* Ad-hoc duties and projects on behalf of the team.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a proven track record in administration support within the legal services sector. A high level of computer literacy is essential as is the ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines.
The appointed person will take a pride in their work and produce written documents to the highest standards at all times.
A genuine team player with great people skills, it is expected that the successful applicant will be confident, articulate and reliable in every way.
Job Benefits
In return, you can expect a competitive salary plus a range of benefits that you would expect from a leading law firm. Opportunity to progress your career in administration support is also available.
What next?
Applications are being reviewed now so apply today for immediate consideration
More Information
- Address EH1, York Place, City of Edinburgh
