Legal Secretary

1 week ago


Sevenoaks, Kent, United Kingdom Birketts Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Support Professional to join our Social Housing team at Birketts. As a key member of our team, you will provide professional administration support to our fee earners, ensuring the smooth operation of our Social Housing practice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support and assist our Social Housing Partners, Legal Directors, Team Leaders, and Paralegals in their daily tasks and projects.
  • Manage and maintain accurate and up-to-date client and contact information on our firm's database.
  • Develop and maintain a good understanding of our firm's policies and procedures.
  • Provide administrative support for file opening, general file management, file invoice preparation, and case management.
  • Assist with dictation, court bundle preparation, and other administrative tasks as required.
  • Proofread and edit documents to ensure accuracy and quality.
  • Manage diaries, process expense claims, and arrange travel and business development arrangements.
  • Provide cover and support to other secretaries within the team as needed.
  • Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and meets deadlines.

Requirements

  • Previous administration and/or secretarial experience is essential.
  • Experience working with Housing Associations or Local Authorities is welcome but not essential.
  • Excellent computer and technical skills, particularly in Microsoft Office suite.
  • Excellent spelling and punctuation skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels and liaise with internal and external contacts.
  • Discretion and a positive, enthusiastic approach to teamwork.
  • Good telephone manner and a flexible, motivated, and proactive working style.
  • Self-motivated and able to use initiative to provide proactive support to the Social Housing team.
  • Good organizational skills, able to prioritize and make decisions in a pressurized environment.
  • Commitment to ongoing learning and development.

About Birketts

Birketts is a flexible business that has adopted a hybrid working model, allowing our colleagues to enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from individuals looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • 25 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays rising with service.
  • Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service.
  • Private Healthcare - BUPA (offered after probation is passed).
  • Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee).
  • Staff Profit Share / Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share).
  • Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance.
  • Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave.
  • Season Ticket Loan.
  • Gym Flex membership.
  • Electric car scheme.
  • Dress for your Day Policy.
  • Agile Working Policy.


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