Legal Secretary - Swindon, United Kingdom - Robinson Page

Description

Matrimonial Legal Secretary
Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join the Matrimonial Department. The role will be to support the fee earners in the efficient running of their case work. There are great rewards and job satisfaction of being in such a varied role in a vibrant law firm. The role is a for a secretary/legal assistant in the matrimonial department of a busy Solicitors office. You will be required to provide administrative support to a Partner & Solicitor or Solicitors.


Responsibilities

• Provide support for the daytoday office tasks of the fee earner that you work with such as organising diaries, taking enquiries from clients and other general administration duties, including filing, photo copying and faxing.
• To support the Fee Earner(s) within the office typing legal documents, letters and notes at excellent speed.
• Ability to take and record messages and instructions accurately from clients and other parties in a professional manner.
• Experience and ability to use common Microsoft Office packages and a case management system.
• Use of the correct office systems.
• To adopt a professional telephone manner and appropriate dress code.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team as required.
• Welcoming clients in person if safe to do so.
• Maintaining confidentiality and ensuring the highest level of client care.
• Taking telephone calls and messages for the firm and covering Reception duties as and when required if necessary.
• Maintain quality and service standards.
• Be a positive role model in accordance with their values.
• Demonstrate a flexible and adaptable approach towards changing business needs.
• Demonstrate a welcoming attitude.
• At all times to act in accordance with the requirements of a professional firm.

Requirements:

• Good Keyboard skills and an ability to type including audio typing.
• Experience of using Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience of using Visual Files (case management system) and BigHand desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication skills to enable you to understand the need of the clients and accurately relay messages.
• Excellent attention to detail and work ethic.
• Ability to work well in a team but also on your own initiative within closely defined guidelines.
• Keen to play a key role and form part of a vibrant law firm in the heart of Swindon.

Salary
Market rate depending on experience


Department information:

The matrimonial team consists of one Partner, one Associate Solicitor and two support team members. It forms part of a wider litigation department.


Salary and benefits:

• Salary according to experience.
• 25 days annual leave plus normal Bank Holidays.
• Pension.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
£20,000.00-£30,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location:
In person