Legal Secretary – Care Department
£32k
Location: Reading
Opportunity for Career Progression to Paralegal
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our highly regarded Care Department in Reading. This role offers excellent development opportunities, including the potential to progress to a Paralegal position.
Our Care team is led by experienced partners and solicitors who are recognised experts in their fields, many of whom are members of specialist legal panels. Comprehensive training will be provided on our systems, procedures, and departmental practices.
Key Responsibilities:
* Professionally handling and accurately recording incoming client calls and new enquiries
* Conducting conflict checks, ID verification, and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) procedures
* Opening new client files and managing file setup
* Preparing and processing monthly billing
* Monitoring and following up on department bills and disbursements
* Coordinating with the legal team to manage enquiries and ensure seamless client service
* Scanning and compiling legal documents into organised bundles
* Liaising with barristers, clerks, experts, and relevant courts or tribunals
* Supporting with Public Funding applications
Skills and Experience:
Essential:
* Previous experience in an office environment, ideally within professional services
* Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively under pressure
* High attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines
* A commitment to delivering outstanding client service
* Positive, enthusiastic approach and a strong team ethic
* Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
Desirable:
* Experience in family law, particularly Care proceedings
* Familiarity with Legal Aid processes
* Previous use of legal practice management systems such as LEAP or SOS
* Knowledge of Office 365, Excel, Adobe Pro, and document bundling tools
* Understanding of Lexcel and ISO 9001 standards
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Gavin Coleman for a confidential discussion.
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