Legal Secretary

**Legal Secretary - Private Client**

**Full Time**

Welcome to a very different kind of law firm. One that recognises its success is down to its people. Where you can be yourself. Be inspired by your talented work colleagues. Where you’ll feel part of a dynamic team. Where, right from the start, you will be trusted with responsibility. This is what a rewarding career looks like at Thorntons.

**What to expect**

We are looking for an experienced legal secretary to join our Private Client team in Dundee. You’ll be involved in a diverse range of tasks to ensure the smooth functioning of our legal operations including:

- Dealing with Client Enquiries: act as a point of contact for client enquiries and effectively coordinate meetings.
- Case Management: Use our case management system to update and manage legal documents and information efficiently; opening/closing client files in a timely manner.
- General Administration: Assist in the preparation of various forms, such as LBTT, Registers of Scotland, searches, etc., using the appropriate online portals.
- Office Tasks: Undertake general office tasks, including filing, photocopying, scanning, and invoicing.

**What we’re looking for**

We’re looking for someone with the following skills, experience and qualities:

- Previous legal secretarial or other relevant experience in a legal administration role.
- Excellent people skills - confident and able to work as part of a bigger team across multiple locations and remotely
- Strong general administrative skills
- Excellent communication and client service skills
- Excellent telephone manner
- Calm under pressure, good organisational skills and excellent time management - with the ability to prioritise and deliver to deadlines
- An excellent knowledge of all Microsoft platforms including Word, Outlook, etc.
- A working knowledge of using online digital dictation would be beneficial
- Commitment to providing the very best service to clients

**Hours**
- Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm (35 hours per week)

**Doing What’s Right**

A great working environment is the first thing you’ll notice. One where you’ll be inspired and supported by your colleagues. Where we’ll help you achieve what you want from your career. Where you can have both flexibility and connection with our supportive culture. Where you are valued. Where your voice is heard and you can make a difference through our employee network groups.

**As your employer**

Our benefits package goes well beyond competitive remuneration and we recognise and reward your hard work - learn more at rewarding you

**For your Health and Wellbeing**

Our Healthcare Cash Plan covers things like dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody, therapy and health screening needs. Our mental health first aiders and access to a 24-hour counselling line provide support for your mental and emotional wellbeing.

**Embracing Diversity and Inclusion**

We strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive working environment: one that does not tolerate any form of discrimination at any level. We value a truly diverse workforce: we are all equally different. We celebrate our individuality: from gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, faith to life experience, we know our differences make us stronger, together.

**For our Community**

We’re proud to be part of the communities we serve across Scotland, that’s why we actively engage with charities that support them. From our annual Charity Wills campaign to regular fundraising and volunteering opportunities, our colleagues give back to communities with skills and advocacy as well as funds.

**Application closing date: 18th February 2024**

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

- Dundee: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person