Conveyancing and Family Department Secretary

4 weeks ago


Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited Full time

Your new company is a successful law firm with offices based all over Somerset. We currently have two roles available for a Conveyancing and Family Department Secretary. One role is for the Family department and the other for the Conveyancing department. Both roles are full-time permanent, paying up to £25k. The Wellington role could be part-time for the right person. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, 35 hours per week.

Your New Role

Both roles will require the duties below. However, the Family Secretary role will be based in the Taunton office. The Conveyancing/Private Client Secretary will be required to travel to most of their offices during the working week, which are all within local travelling distance. The cost of the travel will either be reimbursed or a company car provided. This information is currently being looked into.

Key Responsibilities
  • Providing clerical and administrative support to fee earners, either as part of a team or individually.
  • Coordinating and implementing office procedures.
  • Overseeing and supervising junior staff, if necessary.
  • Answering calls, taking messages and handling correspondence.
  • Maintaining diaries and arranging appointments.
  • Typing, preparing and collating reports.
  • Filing.
  • Organising and servicing meetings (producing agendas and taking minutes).
  • Managing databases.
  • Prioritising workloads.
  • Audiotyping.
Requirements

You will be confident in your ability to work well under pressure, conducting matters professionally, whilst providing a friendly, courteous and knowledgeable service. A driving licence and your own vehicle are essential for this role. You must have audiotyping experience to be successful in either of these roles. Minimum 2 years experience within a legal role is required.

What You'll Get in Return

A good rate of pay for a 35 hours per week contract. Pension contribution. Holiday allowance. Career progression opportunities. Excellent company benefits to be discussed.

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