Secretary - Family (Legal Aid)

Stockton-on-Tees, Teesside, United Kingdom

Watson Woodhouse & Macks Solicitors are established national law firms headquartered in Middlesbrough, proudly serving clients across the UK and beyond in a wide range of legal areas. With over 30 years of history, we’ve built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice and exceptional personal service.

We’re passionate about empowering top legal talent and supporting their professional growth. As we continue to expand and position ourselves as the law firm of choice in our regions, we remain committed to preserving the family culture that drives our success.

The Role:

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a dynamic secretary to join our established Family Team in Stockton. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in assisting our fee earners by:

• Preparing legal documents
• Gathering initial client instructions and enquiries
• Collating court bundles
• Supporting with admin tasks

In addition to these responsibilities, you will also provide regular Reception cover when needed and take part in other adhoc admin duties.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate for this role will possess the following qualities:

• Prioritisation and Resilience: Demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks, excel under pressure, and meet strict deadlines.
• Communication and IT Proficiency: Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with proficient IT skills.
• Expectation Management: Capable of effectively managing expectations across a diverse range of competing needs.
• Attention to Detail: A meticulous eye for detail to ensure precision in all tasks.
• Work Ethic: A strong work ethic and dedication to delivering exceptional results.
• Versatility: Willingness to tackle a variety of tasks and the flexibility to occasionally work outside of core hours when absolutely necessary.

What we can offer you:

• Company pension scheme
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Professional membership payments
• Professional development
• Employee referral scheme