Job Description

Company Description

Mackay Sinclair is an established firm of Solicitors and Estate Agents located to the east of Edinburgh City Centre. With over 20 years' experience as a sole practitioner, William Sinclair has built a successful practice with expertise in Residential and Commercial Property Law and Estate Agency, as well as Wills, Executries and other areas of Private Client work. As a small firm, we are committed to providing a high quality, personal service to every client at a reasonable cost.

Role Description

We are seeking to appoint a temporary Legal and Administrative Assistant to provide cover on an ad-hoc basis as and when required. This role would be well suited to students undertaking the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice or an LLB law degree who wish to gain practical experience within a busy legal practice.

Key Skills and Attributes

Positive and professional manner with excellent communication skills Strong IT skills, including proficiency in MS Office Ability to manage tasks accurately and efficiently with attention to detail Previous administrative or secretarial experience is advantageous but not essential Prior legal experience or an understanding of legal drafting is preferred

Key Responsibilities

Assisting with and screening incoming telephone calls in a professional and polite manner Responding to email enquiries and directing them appropriately Greeting clients and assisting with reception duties Diary management and general administrative support Liaising with surveyors, clients, solicitors and lenders Assisting the solicitor with the drafting of correspondence and legal documents Preparing properties for marketing

Hours and Duration

This is a temporary role offered on an as-and-when required basis to provide office cover. Typical office hours are 9.30 am to 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday.

Job Type: Temporary
Contract length: 5 days

Pay: From 13.00 per hour

Education:

Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:

Legal drafting: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person