Legal PA

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

£25,000 - £30,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

This job is for an experienced legal secretary specializing in personal injury law.
Candidates should have demonstrable legal secretarial experience, particularly in personal injury or civil litigation, with a competitive salary offered.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong word processing and audio typing skills are essential.
The role involves preparing documents, managing client files, and providing excellent client care.
Ideal candidates will have a professional demeanor and excellent customer service skills, with a preference for those familiar with the Proclaim case management system.

**Exciting Role for an Experienced Legal Secretary in Personal Injury**Are you an experienced legal secretary with a passion for personal injury law? This role offers an engaging and dynamic environment where your skills will be highly valued.**Role Responsibilities:**- Prepare correspondence and documents through audiotyping and word processing.- Administer filing, including daily filing and the opening, closing, storage, and retrieval of client files.- Prepare mail and enclosures for dispatch as needed.- Arrange for copying tasks, either personally or through an admin assistant.- Schedule appointments, arrange meetings, and manage fee earner diaries.- Provide support to other secretaries and the administration team.- Attend to clients both in person and on the telephone, offering professional and friendly support.- Ensure the confidentiality of all firm and client documentation and information.- Uphold the firm’s 4-service promise, delivering excellent levels of client care.**Essential Criteria:**- Demonstrable legal secretarial experience, particularly within personal injury or civil litigation.- Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages.- Excellent command of English spelling, punctuation, and grammar (testing may occur at interview).- Strong word processing and audio typing skills.- Professional and friendly telephone manner, with excellent customer service skills.**Desirable Criteria:**- Familiarity with the Proclaim case management system.- Audio typing speed of 65+ words per minute.- Experience working with court forms and creating pleadings.- Experience with digital dictation, ideally Big Hand.

Competitive salary, great hybrid split and benefits.This role is perfect for a dedicated legal secretary looking to make a significant impact within a reputable firm. If you meet the criteria and are ready to take on a new challenge, this could be the perfect fit for you.

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