Full job descriptionAn exciting opportunity for an experienced Legal PA to provide first-class support to a busy, successful dispute resolution team in the heart of Guildford. You will take real ownership of your work, benefit from a supportive and friendly culture, and have genuine opportunities to grow your career.
Company Benefits
*Annual bonus scheme
*Private medical cover
*25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
*5% employer pension contribution
*Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave
Key Responsibilities:
*Prepare correspondence and documents, including transcribing digital dictation
*Manage your fee earners’ diaries, arranging appointments and meetings
*Progress client matters independently, including in the absence of a fee earner
*Welcome and support clients in person and by telephone, delivering a professional and friendly service in line with the firm’s standards for client care
*Administer filing, including opening, closing, storing and retrieving client files in line with office procedures
*Prepare mail and enclosures for dispatch and arrange copying as required
*Operate the case management system and complete online forms
*Prepare meeting rooms and provide refreshments for client meetings where appropriate
*Support fellow PAs and secretaries, and guide junior and temporary secretaries when needed
*Maintain the confidentiality of all firm and client information
*Suggest and help introduce improvements to the efficiency of the department
*Undertake training as required and take ownership of your own development
Experience and Skills Requirements
*Substantial legal secretarial experience, including at least 2 years in dispute resolution (Legal Secretary or Senior Secretary level will be considered if less experienced in dispute resolution)
*Excellent touch-typing speed with high accuracy
*Advanced IT skills
*A very good understanding of how fee earners like to work, and the ability to keep up with their work production
*A proactive approach and positive attitude
*Excellent client service, with the ability to engage well with internal and external clients
*Able to work to deadlines, cope under pressure, prioritise effectively and work as part of a team
*Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with a high level of courtesy and respect
*Commitment to the firm, a genuine interest in legal work and willingness to take on other tasks as required
*Experience of case management systems
*Knowledge of law and legal practice
If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.