Job Description

About Us

We're a growing law firm, always looking for talented people to join us. Working nationally and internationally from our bases in Wales, London, and Paris, our lawyers cover a wide range of specialisms, with one thing in common: a shared expectation of brilliance. At Capital, we're made up of good people who enjoy working together. Our colleagues are bold, bright, focused, and friendly. You can expect a challenging and rewarding career here, with support along the way.

About The Role

We're looking for a proactive and highly organised Legal Secretary to join our Cardiff office initially as a maternity cover contract (9-12 months), with the role potentially becoming permanent for the right candidate. This is a key role that ensures the smooth running of our day-to-day operations within the Corporate & Debt Team and provides outstanding support to the team of fee earners.

Responsible for:

Providing full secretarial, PA and administrative support to a team of fee earners Preparing and formatting correspondence and legal documents Maintaining accurate documentation and filing systems File opening/closing Supporting and coordinating client billing Dealing with emails/correspondence, calls and enquiries Photocopying and scanning documents and managing incoming post Diary management, planning and organising meetings, travel and accommodation and lunches

Key Competencies

Legal secretarial or PA experience Excellent IT skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Commitment to providing excellent service Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, ability to multi-task, prioritise a high-volume workload and work to deadlines Ability to work well under pressure, adapt to changing requirements and see opportunities for improvement Flexible 'can do' approach with the ability to work proactively, use own initiative and offer solutions Team- focus with a flexible and collaborative approach to working with others, but also able to work alone Confidence to communicate with all levels in order to manage expectations and maintain effective working relationships Demonstrates the Company values.

In return, we offer:

Flexible working

You will have the ability to work between home and the office as required.

Health and wellbeing

Cycle to work scheme, in-person and virtual yoga, subsidised on-site weekly chiropractor visits, wellbeing events and our 'Time to Move' scheme, offering colleagues time to simply get away from their desks and much more.

Career development opportunities

We are a fast-growing and ambitious firm. We appreciate and value your ambition too. We offer a supportive career development programme, and promotion opportunities twice a year for our lawyers.

Excellent rewards and benefits

Competitive pension scheme, annual leave entitlements, comprehensive health plan, life assurance, option to buy/sell annual leave, recognition scheme, Chef onsite - free lunch on Mondays and Tuesdays, shower facilities onsite, regular social events, and lots more.

A great location and working environment

Cardiff is a fantastic place to live and work. Our office, in the city centre, is right in the middle of it all, yet only a short drive from some of the best of the Welsh countryside.

We're committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment. We encourage equality and diversity and treat all job applicants and colleagues fairly -- regardless of age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion or any religious or cultural beliefs, marital status and civil partnership, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and maternity. We have no tolerance for discrimination.

Here, we can be ourselves, succeed on merit, and grow with people from all walks of life.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 9-12 months

Pay: Up to 26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Canteen Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Free fitness classes Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cardiff CF10 4AZ