Legal Secretary
Legal Secretary
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Job Description
Salary: 26000 - 28000 (dependent on experience)
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5:30pm Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Location: Greater Manchester (M22)
About the Role
Our client a progressive law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their collaborative team. Youll be working within a pool of Legal Secretaries supporting multiple qualified Lawyers specialising in one focused stream - either Road Traffic Accidents Employers Liability or Occupiers & Public Liability. This is an excellent opportunity to develop genuine expertise whilst working in a varied and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare correspondence pleadings and comprehensive court bundles through audio typing and word processing
- Update and maintain the Proclaim case management system
- Handle inbound and outbound calls to clients and third parties in a professional and friendly manner
- Make appointments arrange meetings and liaise with Lawyers clients Counsel and others
- Prepare correspondence and enclosures for dispatch as required
- Support other secretaries and the administration team as required
- Photocopying and scanning documents with assistance from Administration team when needed
- Manage digital filing and documentation (moving towards paperless operations)
- Ensure confidentiality of all client documentation and information
- Help deliver excellent levels of client care in line with service standards
Essential Requirements
- Demonstrable Legal Secretary experience
- Strong command of English spelling punctuation and grammar
- IT literate with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
- Exceptional customer service skills with professional telephone manner
- Acute attention to detail
- Excellent word processing and audio typing skills (65 wpm)
- Ability to prioritise daily workload and work proactively in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with digital dictation systems
- High degree of self-management and initiative
Desirable Experience
- Prior exposure to Proclaim case management system
- Experience with Big Hand digital dictation system
- Previous experience in Personal Injury Road Traffic Accidents or Employers Liability
- Experience with court forms and creating pleadings
- Background working in civil litigation practice
Whats on Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Opportunity to specialise and develop expertise in chosen legal area
- Supportive team environment with collaborative working
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Modern working practices with progression towards paperless operations
- Variety beyond traditional secretarial duties
To apply please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience.
Employment Type
Full Time
