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Watson Woodhouse & Macks Solicitors are national law firms, with Head Quarters based in Middlesbrough, serving clients throughout the UK and further afield in an array of legal areas. With a history stretching back over 30 years, we have developed an outstanding reputation which has been recognised for our high-quality advice and first-class personal service.

We are a business that is passionate about empowering unrivalled industry talent and enabling them to pursue their ambitions. As a firm, we endeavour to develop our people whilst encouraging them to teach and coach one another. As we continue to grow and become the law firm of choice in our regions, we believe it is crucial to retain our family culture driving our firms forward together.

Due to business expansion, we have implemented a Talent Team that is purely dedicated to our employees; it is their duty to source, retain and invest in our inhouse talent.

If this sounds like a vision you would like to be a part of and you meet the requirements of the role described, we’d be delighted to hear from you. 


We are excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated and professional Secretary to join our expanding Family Legal Aid Department. In this pivotal role, you will support our fee earners by:

  • Assisting with Drafting Legal Documents: You will be involved in the preparation and drafting of essential legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
  • Taking Initial Instructions and Client Statements: You will act as a crucial point of contact for clients, gathering initial instructions and detailed statements to support case preparations.
  • Collating Court Bundles: Your role will involve organising and collating comprehensive court bundles, which are vital for the smooth running of our cases.
  • Maintaining Discretion and Confidentiality: You will handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality and discretion, adhering to all relevant legal and ethical guidelines.
  • Providing Reception Cover: As needed, you will also provide regular reception cover, greeting clients and visitors with professionalism and courtesy.
Requirements

The ideal candidate for this role will possess:

  • Strong Prioritising Skills: You should be able to effectively manage multiple tasks, prioritise workload, and meet strict deadlines.
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure: You must remain calm and efficient under pressure, ensuring high-quality work output even in demanding situations.
  • Excellent Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, as you will interact with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders regularly.
  • Proficiency in IT: Competence with various IT tools and software is crucial for document preparation, communication, and case management.
  • Attention to Detail: A meticulous eye for detail is required to ensure accuracy in all aspects of your work.
  • Good Work Ethic: A proactive and dedicated approach to your work, with a willingness to take on a variety of tasks and go the extra mile when needed.
  • Flexibility: The ability to occasionally work outside of core hours is important to meet the demands of the role and support the team effectively.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for supporting a dynamic legal team and the skills to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Join us in making a meaningful impact through your work


What we will offer in return

 

  •      Competitive Salary depending on experience
  •      Company pension scheme
  •      33 days annual leave including bank holidays
  •         Discretionary annual bonus scheme
  •      Professional membership payments
  •      Professional development
  •      Hybrid working (role dependant
  •      Employee referral scheme
  •      Additional annual leave for long service 
  •      Birthday leave