We are excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated and professional Secretary to join our expanding Family Legal Aid Department. In this pivotal role, you will support our fee earners by:

• Assisting with Drafting Legal Documents: You will be involved in the preparation and drafting of essential legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• Taking Initial Instructions and Client Statements: You will act as a crucial point of contact for clients, gathering initial instructions and detailed statements to support case preparations.
• Collating Court Bundles: Your role will involve organising and collating comprehensive court bundles, which are vital for the smooth running of our cases.
• Maintaining Discretion and Confidentiality: You will handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality and discretion, adhering to all relevant legal and ethical guidelines.
• Providing Reception Cover: As needed, you will also provide regular reception cover, greeting clients and visitors with professionalism and courtesy.

Requirements

The ideal candidate for this role will possess:

• Strong Prioritising Skills: You should be able to effectively manage multiple tasks, prioritise workload, and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to Work Under Pressure: You must remain calm and efficient under pressure, ensuring high-quality work output even in demanding situations.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, as you will interact with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders regularly.
• Proficiency in IT: Competence with various IT tools and software is crucial for document preparation, communication, and case management.
• Attention to Detail: A meticulous eye for detail is required to ensure accuracy in all aspects of your work.
• Good Work Ethic: A proactive and dedicated approach to your work, with a willingness to take on a variety of tasks and go the extra mile when needed.
• Flexibility: The ability to occasionally work outside of core hours is important to meet the demands of the role and support the team effectively.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for supporting a dynamic legal team and the skills to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Join us in making a meaningful impact through your work!

What we will offer in return

•      Competitive Salary depending on experience
•      Company pension scheme
•      33 days annual leave including bank holidays
•         Discretionary annual bonus scheme
•      Professional membership payments
•      Professional development
•      Hybrid working (role dependant
•      Employee referral scheme
•      Additional annual leave for long service 
•      Birthday leave