Legal Secretary

We are recruiting for a legal secretary post within our Mental Health Tribunal department. We are a highly regarded and well established niche firm based at Hoylake on the Wirral but represent clients in several areas including North and mid Wales.

**General role**

To provide cost-effective administration and support to the MHT Department,

**Skills, Knowledge and Experience**:
Previous legal experience, knowledge of MHA would be desirable.

A pleasant but assertive manner in dealing with colleagues and clients.

Tact and resilience.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Personal efficiency and organisational skills.

Competent in the use of Information Technology.

A full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

**Key Tasks & Responsibilities**:
Drafting documentation/correspondence.

Dealing with clients, hospitals/professionals_**, **_experts, tribunal offices, courts.

Making appointments and diary management.
- **Keeping clients updated on file progression**_

File creation and file closure.

To deal wherever possible routine client enquiries and communications

Diary maintenance

Accurate audio/copy typing

Maintain careful checks that all deadlines are met.

Ensure all relevant files are kept in good order.

Accurate completion of time recording.

Compliance with LAA requirements on matters.

To undertake any specific training when required to do so and to have responsibility towards own self-development.

To ensure the confidentiality and security of all firm and client documentation and information.

To maintain high standards in the processing of client work, both in respect of professional standards and client care.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.

**What We Offer**

20 days annual leave, plus bank holiday. Opportunity to increase annual leave days for time served.

Healthcare Cash Plan

Pension

Training and Development

Free Car Parking

**How to Apply**

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

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person