Job Description

Backhouse Solicitors is a family run, modern law firm offering expert legal advice to individuals and businesses. We believe our clients deserve a first-class service and we deliver that!

A bit about the role

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a conscientious, enthusiastic and experienced Legal Secretary to join our team.

Working within our Employment department, you will be required to deliver strong secretarial and administrative support, together with a flexible and positive approach to working in a busy and growing firm.

Day to day responsibilities

Communicating with clients over the telephone and face to face Dealing with initial enquiries File opening and closing on Osprey case management system Processing new client enquiries and booking appointments Audio Typing Assisting in a full range of Employment matters Drafting Court papers, emails and correspondence Diary management Assisting with preparing bills Working alongside the team to achieve monthly targets and KPIs

Let's talk about You

It goes without saying that as a Solicitors practice, we have high professional standards to meet, and we expect the highest ethical standard from all our team.

Excellent communication skills - confident, clear and articulate A pleasant, friendly and welcoming telephone manner You take pride in what you do and provide the highest level of client service You monitor and maintain quality and productivity Experience supporting more than one Fee Earner Excellent IT skills Experience of using a case management system preferred (but not essential) The ability to work in an organised way and capable of multitasking A team player

Benefits & Perks

Pension scheme Professional training and personal development courses offered as needed Medicash - Health cash plan Team get togethers Discounted parking with Q-Park Closed between Christmas and New Year Always an unhealthy amount of cake in the office kitchen!

Location and Working Hours

Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5.30pm

Location: Chelmsford or Leigh-on-Sea

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person