Posted: | 05/09/24 | |
Recruiter: | Tallgrass Recruitment Limited | |
Reference: | 2818949343 | |
Type: | Permanent | |
Salary: | £22,000 - £23,500 Annual | |
Location: | Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear | |
Description: | Reports to: Practice Manager & Head of Department Role: Legal Secretary (Personal Assistant) Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne. Hybrid Work. Salary: £22,000pa • To provide daily support to solicitors in managing their files and clients • To uphold exceptional standards of quality and client care Key Activities & Responsibilities: • Word processing/typing and associated procedures (e.g. photocopying/scanning) on behalf of any of the firm's fee earners • Sorting incoming post on a daily basis, including allocation to the appropriate files for consideration by fee-earners. • Telephone and personal contact with clients progressing matters where possible without giving legal advice • Making and accurately diarising appointments including making room/Teams bookings. • Filing (mostly electronically but also paper in certain circumstances) ensuring that files are up to date, labelled correctly, in chronological order and easily accessible at all times. • Assistance and support to fee-earners in time recording and billing. • Preparing documentation bundles and use of e-bundling software (where appropriate) including use of PDF docs Compliance • To follow all policies and procedures contained within the Office Manual • To act in accordance with the regulations of the Solicitors Regulation Authority, and all other relevant bodies • To provide assistance to fee-earners in ensuring files meet relevant standards and comply with regulations Teamwork • Work as a team player with all staff • To assist and work appropriately and considerately with fee earners and support staff • To attend and participate in any meetings of the department or the firm when required Competence & Development • Maintain a good knowledge and understanding of office equipment and IT systems with a proactive approach to the introduction of new systems • Maintain knowledge and skills in relevant practice area(s). | |