Legal Assistant/secretary

**Who are AFG**:
Established in 1897, AFG Law is a multi-disciplinary law firm who provides a range of services across the Northwest and beyond. It is built on traditional foundations combined with modern values and a fresh, forward-thinking approach. It is our mission to offer outstanding legal services, utilising our wealth of expertise and knowledge to advocate for our clients and simplify the process, cut the jargon, and achieve the best possible outcomes.

At AFG Law, it is our vision to grow, invest and innovate, to be the law firm of choice in our region and beyond with a reputation for exceptional levels of client service. We provide a great place to work, that offers tangible paths of progression and rewards for a job well done.

We will shout about our successes both internally and externally, understanding that effective communication is crucial to build both our team and our client base as we expand into new geographical areas.

Through building strong relationships with our clients and always working with the utmost professionalism, we ensure they feel secure in our hands. We have a social conscience and value our local community, supporting several noble causes, as well as being a key presence on the regional business circuit.
- AFG Law as a firm is passionate about its people_.

**Key Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Conduct legal research and gather information relevant to matters.
- Assist with the drafting and preparation of legal documents, contracts, and correspondence.
- Maintain and organise case files, documents, and records.
- Liaise with clients and third parties as directed by the fee earner.
- Assist in the preparation for meetings.
- Assist with document management and electronic filing systems.
- Handle administrative tasks, including scheduling, billing, and document retrieval.
- Provide general support to fee earners within your department.

**Qualifications and Skills**:

- Proficiency in English language, at least at a foundation level is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
- Strong organisational skills with great attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
- Professional demeanour and strong interpersonal skills.
- Proactive, adaptable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Customer Care Skills

**Employee Benefits**:
Following the successful completion of a three-month probation period, the successful applicant will benefit from:

- 25 days’ annual leave, in addition to bank holidays
- Additional leave for your length of service
- 1-day annual leave for your birthday
- 1-day recharge day
- 2 Volunteer days - Paid leave each year to participate in volunteering activities
- The opportunity to buy and sell annual leave
- Annual Christmas company shutdown
- Attendance bonus
- Social Committee events
- Innovation Group contributions to help build better ways of working
- Being entered into prize draws for sharing and receiving employee praise
- Employee gift scheme for important dates and milestones
- Refer a client incentive
- Refer a colleague incentive
- Continuous learning and development opportunities

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Expected hours: No more than 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Paid volunteer time
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Legal Assistant/Secretary