Overview
Job Title: Family Team Legal Secretary
Location: Margate Office
Salary: £24,570.00
About the Role
We are looking for a professional and organised individual to join our Margate office as a Family Team Legal Secretary. The position provides a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic law firm, supporting both client-facing and administrative duties in a fast-paced, professional environment. You will be working alongside one of the Fee Earners in the team and the Paralegal that assists them already.
Responsibilities
* Provide high-quality secretarial support to the Family & Childcare Department.
* Type from digital dictation and other sources accurately and efficiently.
* Manage electronic filing and ensure proper document storage in line with firm procedures.
* Deal with telephone calls from clients, Counsel, experts, and other third parties in a professional manner.
* Maintain appointment diaries.
* Assist with legal aid matters and applications via CCMS.
* Process fee notes, expert invoices, and other financial documentation related to cases.
* Ensure compliance with all office procedures and the firms Practice Manual.
* Greet and liaise with clients and visitors as appropriate, providing professional and courteous support.
* Action any other administrative or legal support tasks as required to ensure the smooth running of the team.
What Were Looking For
* Previous experience as a legal secretary or administrative assistant is preferred although not essential as we have taken many Law Graduates in these types of roles.
* Interest or experience in Family & Childcare Law preferred.
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Professional, approachable, and client-focused manner.
* Fast and accurate typing skills, with excellent attention to detail.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Proactive, flexible, and team-oriented approach to work.
Why Join Us
This role places in a busy team within the Family & Childcare Department. You will gain valuable experience in a variety of client-facing and office management tasks while working in a collaborative and dynamic legal environment.
Working with Us
The salary for this position starts at the Real Living Wage. We offer ongoing training and support to help you develop your career as part of a strong, growing multi-office team. Our offices are friendly and entirely paperless, with significant investment in modern IT systems to ensure you work efficiently.
We also offer an annual leave package of 23 days (plus bank holidays, Christmas, and New Year), which increases with service.
Employee Benefits
* Competitive base salary
* Pension Scheme with employer contribution
* Optional Benenden Health Care
* Firm laptop
* Ongoing training and development
* Supportive supervision from mentors
* Annual appraisals and salary reviews
* Bi-annual parties for Summer and Christmas
* Additional perks and benefits
Company Overview
Please visit https://gtstewart.co.uk/ for more information
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