Legal Secretary/pa

**North Devon -Legal Secretary / PA (Family and/or Children)**
- **ROSIE BRACHER SOLICITORS LLP**_
- **Award Winning Niche Family Law firms seeks an experienced Legal Secretary / PA**_

We represent a client base which includes a diverse range of people; some being particularly vulnerable, a proportion of whom have experienced domestic, sexual or criminal abuse or have mental health issues and so you will need to possess demonstrable skills and attributes in order to best serve our clients.

You will need to show maturity, empathy and be able to provide “solution focused” guidance whilst supporting the solicitors with general case management.

Applicants with a Law degree or LPC graduate, experience as a practiced paralegal will be considered for this role. Experience within family law/legal aid or equivalent environment is preferred but not essential.
- be highly organised and systematic in their approach with the ability to prioritise and use your own initiative.
- be able to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people.
- enjoy a fast-pace working environment.
- have strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- be able to multitask and prioritise workload effectively.
- have a professional demeanor and ability to hand confidential information with discretion.
- be a team-player.
- a passion for family law or social/community care.
- display confidence in using various ICT systems.

**Responsibilities include but do not exhaust: -**
- Prepare, proof read, and format legal documents, including correspondence and court filings both electronically and physically.
- File and organise legal documents, both electronically and physically.
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and court appearances for solicitors and clients.
- Maintain confidential client information and adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines.
- Perform general administrative tasks to maintain client files and solicitor's papers.
- Manage solicitor calendars and assist with key date management for court deadlines and hearings

**Benefits include**
- Competitive salary
- Flexible /remote working
- 25 days holiday per annum
- Mentoring from highly experienced colleagues
- Being a part of a genuine, hard-working and dedicated team

**Salary**: depending on experience. Working hours: Mon-Fri, 0900-1730. Job type: Full /Part-time

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 37.5 per week

**Salary**: £22,000.00-£24,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Barnstaple: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (required)

**Experience**:

- Administrative: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person