Legal Assistant/secretary - Port Talbot, United Kingdom - Cameron Jones Hussell & Howe

Cameron Jones Hussell & Howe
Cameron Jones Hussell & Howe
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Port Talbot, United Kingdom

1 month ago

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We are a private practice seeking
a locum legal assistant / secretary possibly leading to a permanent position in our Conveyancing & Probate Dept.

Experience of working in a legal environment is essential and experience working within case management systems is desirable. The position is office based and full time. Working hours are Monday - Friday, 9.00 a.m p.m. with a 1 hour unpaid lunch break, although some flexibility will be considered. The position is for 1 year initially with a possibility of a permanent position being offered.

Remuneration will start at £12.08.

A three month probationary period is required and references will be sought.


Duties include:


  • Providing full secretarial support to solicitors from file opening to file closure using a digital dictation system to produce correspondence and other documentation
  • Preparation of contract paperwork
  • Management of fee earner diary
  • Maintenance of comprehensive and accurate client admin files.
  • Undertaking online Land Registry searches
  • Responding to enquiries on behalf of solicitors.
  • Assistance in general team administration including taking calls and directing accordingly
  • Arranging meeting room bookings.
  • Managing post completions procedures including SDLT returns and title registrations.

Desired skills and experience:


  • Experience of working in a legal environment is essential.
  • Strong and efficient secretarial and admin skills
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Fast, accurate typing ability
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Very well organised
  • Friendly & professional attitude


  • IT literate

  • Microsoft Word / Excel / Outlook / Digital Audio software / Case Management
The firm is an Equality Opportunities employer.


Job Types:
Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months


Pay:
From £12.08 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week


Benefits:


  • Onsite parking

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Experience:

- legal administration: 2 years (required)


Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location:
In person


Reference ID:
JE/RSH/2024
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