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Legal Secretary

2 months ago

Hoylake Merseyside, United Kingdom Simpson Judge Ltd Full time

ROLE: Legal Secretary

SALARY: DOE

LOCATION: Hoylake

My client is one of the few highly specialised firms in the UK to work exclusively in the areas of mental capacity and mental health.

We are recruiting for a legal secretary to join our highly regarded well established niche firm within our Court of Protection department.

Based in Hoylake on the Wirral we represent clients in several areas including North and mid Wales.

We are seeking a determined and enthusiastic candidate who is looking to work within Mental Health law and can provide a cost-effective administration support to senior fee earners of the departments.

We will be interested in candidates who are already working as a legal secretary or graduates who have a passion in pursuing a career in this area of law.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

· Previous experience working in a firm of solicitors.

· Previous legal experience in mental health law is desirable

· Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and a desire to work in this area

· Strong organisational and communication skills

· Tact and resilience

· Effective verbal and written communication skills

· Competent in the use of Information Technology

Key tasks & responsibilities

· Fast and accurate audio typing, accurate production of correspondence and documents using digital dictation.

· Able to produce a high standard of work often to tight deadlines whilst maintain accuracy with excellent attention to detail.

· File opening, closure and archiving.

· Speaking to clients, experts, hospitals and courts on telephone and taking detailed yet concise messages and assisting when appropriate.

· Managing fee earners diaries, updating key dates and appointments.

· Accurate completion of time recording.

· Maintaining careful checks that all deadlines are met.

· Photocopying, scanning, printing, filing and other general admin tasks.

· Ability to prioritise and cope with changing demands.

What We Offer

20 days annual leave, plus bank holiday. Opportunity to increase annual leave days for time served.

Healthcare Cash Plan

Pension

Training and Development

Free Car Parking

How to Apply

If you feel you have the skills and experience required for this role, please apply with a CV and Cover Letter detailing why you feel you are right for this role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events

• Company pension

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Legal Secretaries: 1 year (preferred)

• Mental Health Law: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person