Legal Secretary

We have a new and exciting opportunity available for a Legal Secretary to join our award-winning, rapidly expanding organisation. This is a full-time, permanent position based at our head office in Runcorn, Cheshire.In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £24,000.00 per annum depending on experience. There is also a benefits package in addition to your salary.DCB Legal Ltd is a specialist in the provision of legal services relating to Civil and Commercial litigation, debt recovery, property, and High Court Enforcement disputes. We are not a full legal service provider, instead, we focus on providing a contemporary no fuss, bespoke legal service in our specialist field of debt recovery and litigation. Our client retention rate, coupled with recommendations and referrals, provides a solid foundation for organic growth. Working alongside our sister company DCBL, we have created an end-to-end possession, debt recovery and litigation service, which is second to none.About The RoleGood oral and written skillsOrganisation skillsAbility to multi-task and manage competing demandsPrevious experience as a Legal Secretary is essentialLegal knowledge, with an understanding of important legal terms and proceduresInterpersonal skillsGood attention to detailProficient IT skillsExperience in Proclaim case management system is desirableAbility to work both autonomously and as part of a teamAbility to remain professional at all timesKey ResponsibilitiesTaking incoming calls, being the initial point of contact for the team, assisting with enquiries and providing updates where possibleOpening new case filesCarrying out general administrative tasks, such as processing incoming post, filing and photocopyingBilling on behalf of fee earners/SolicitorsPreparing bundlesOrganising diaries, scheduling appointments, organising meetingsCalling clients to provide updates and request documentsSending bills to clients and chasing payment of the sameContacting the Court for updates and to request documents at the direction of the fee earnerLiaising with DCBL where appropriateBenefits you will receiveSalary £24,000.00 per annum.Hours of work 09:00 - 17:00Monday - Friday schedule (36.5 hours per week)Early finish FridaysDress Down Fridays30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)Employee Assistance ProgrammeNewly refurbished officesFree Mersey Gateway bridge passFree parkingFree tea and coffee facilitiesFree monthly lunchCompany social eventsFull training providedCareer development and progression opportunitiesRapidly expanding multi-functional operationIf you have the skills and experience in becoming our Legal Secretary please click ‘apply’ today We look forward to hearing from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr