Job Description

To provide secretarial support to the Dispute Resolution Team as well as helping in other departments firm-wide when required. This role entails:

Typing letters, correspondence and other documents primarily using digital dictation (BigHand) but also some copy typing and using our case management system , Practice Evolve. Scanning incoming post daily onto the firm's case management system and labelling on the case management system and placing incoming post with paper files daily for the solicitor's attention Printing solicitor's emails off daily from previous day, filing them in the case management system and placing with paper files for solicitor's attention. Photocopying and scanning of documents and correspondence as required, including of large bundles Filing of correspondence and documents and generally keeping records up to date, ensuring all files are to the standards demanded by a Lexcel-accredited practice and carrying out file maintenance and closure procedures Preparing mail for posting/ faxing/emailing & franking outgoing post when required Answering the telephone, assisting with client enquiries, and taking messages Assisting with new matters, "walk-ins", to include taking initial details of the claim/dispute, arranging appointments, and passing details to the relevant solicitor for advice. Reminding Solicitor of deadlines and key dates Making appointments from enquiries. Entering key dates using Case management system, Outlook calendar and tasks. Completing legal forms and precedents Liaising with other firms and other third parties such as insurers, courts, barristers, medical experts etc. Providing support to other secretaries and lawyers by picking up digital dictation or helping with other tasks All secretaries are required occasionally to cover reception, take the banking, take post when required due to staff absences.
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company pension
Experience:

Secretary: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person