We are recruiting a Legal Secretary/PA to support one of our prestigious clients based in Brierley Hill.
The main objective of the role is to work collectively as a centralised resource within the Legal Services Department. The team provide a comprehensive level of support to our lawyers across all departments.
Key Responsibilities :
Ensure that dictation queues are checked regularly throughout the day, picking up tasks across departments in order of priority
Liaise with our Office Assistants to delegate administrative tasks, tracking progress through to completion
E-filing, hard copy filing and file maintenance
Typing letters, emails and file notes as dictated by our fee earners
Document production, amending and creating documents from our standard templates in line with our standards experienced with track changes and create comparison documents
Preparing bundles
Liaise with the PA team as and when required
Support fee earners with file opening process
Arrange or, where not appropriate, conduct photocopying, printing, or scanning so relevant documents are collated and distributed in a timely manner
Liaise with other Secretaries to share tasks and discuss deadlines
Manage queries, responding as appropriate and/or ensuring that all messages are communicated and responded to
The ideal candidate will have the following skills:
Communicates clearly and professionally, adapting style to suit the recipient and purpose.
Owns deadlines and workload with calm assertiveness and drives solutions with resilience and positivity.
Shows a positive and flexible approach to teamwork, contributing to shared goals.
Demonstrates a commitment to delivering high-quality services that meets the needs of stakeholders and upholds the firm’s policy, procedures and standards
Understands how their work supports the team and contributes to the firm’s wider objectives.
Familiarity with secretarial processes such as audio/digital dictation and document production
May have experience working in a Legal, professional environment, or similarly structured office environment.
Previous experience of working with case management systems and electronic filing systems.
Proficient in using Microsoft 365 applications to organise tasks, manage time effectively and support collaborative working (essential).
Accurate typing speed of at least 60 words per minute
In return we can provide full product support and training and the following benefits :
Casual dress
Company pension
Free flu jabs
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
Private medical insurance
Sick pay
Work from home