Secretary (Training Can Be Provided) - Dorchester, United Kingdom - Humphries Kirk Solicitors

Humphries Kirk Solicitors
Humphries Kirk Solicitors
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Dorchester, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Description

Humphries Kirk is a leading South Coast law firm with offices across Dorset and Somerset.

We are now seeking a part time Trainee Secretary or Skilled Secretary to join our friendly Dorchester based team.

The role will involve supporting the Lawyers within our Private Client team


Specific responsibilities will include:

  • Typing (using digital dictation systems)
  • Producing accurate, timely and professionally presented documentation
  • File management via the Case Management system (SOS)
  • Booking appointments via Outlook Calendar
  • Client communication
  • Record keeping and archiving
Previous legal secretarial skills are preferred but not essential as training can be provided.

Applicants without legal secretarial skills must have good typing, admin and communication skills that have been gained in a professional environment, along with an aptitude for learning and a genuine desire to train up as a Legal Secretary.

The progression from Trainee Secretary to Legal Secretary generally takes around 12-18 months.


Benefits and Rewards

For the successful applicant, a competitive salary and benefits package is provided that includes: 33 days holiday per year, (pro rata) half day off for your Birthday, employee health cash plan, contributory pension, training and development, discretionary bonuses, discounted legal fees and various other perks.

The opportunity to join our Flexi-time scheme is also available after probation period.


Salary:
£18,743 (pro rata) if a Trainee Legal Secretary or from £22050+ per annum (pro rata) if a Skilled Legal Secretary _(These are guides only and actual salary offered will be dependent upon skill, knowledge and experience level)_


Hours:
Part time, 15-25 hours (flexible on days worked but must be regular pattern)

**For further informationincluding the full job description and job specification please go to the firm's vacancies page on
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NO AGENCIES PLEASE_


Job Type:
Part-time


Salary:
£18,743.00-£23,000.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Additional leave
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Discounted or free food
  • Flexitime
  • Life insurance
  • Private dental insurance
  • Referral programme
  • Sick pay

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:


To keep our valued clients and staff safe, the Firm follows government guidance and promotes social distancing in our offices.


Ability to commute/relocate:

  • DORCHESTER: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

  • Please briefly explain why you are interested in working within a secretarial role within a law firm, and what skills you can offer.

Education:


  • GCSE or equivalent (required)

Experience:

- admin/secretarial: 2 years (required)


Work Location:
One location
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