Job Description

Preston Redman is a forward-thinking law firm based in Bournemouth on the South Coast, with over 140 years' experience in advising clients locally and further afield. The firm has a culture of exceptional client service and prides itself on being an open friendly place to work.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, conscientious, and reliable full-time private Client legal secretary to join our thriving and friendly team, working in the family and civil sectors, where no two days are the same. The ideal candidate should have the ability to work under pressure, previous experience of supporting a private Client lawyer, good communication skills, an excellent attention to detail and accuracy skills, together with a typing speed of 65 wpm.

Your key duties will include:

Digital dictation.

Preparing, editing and proofreading documents, either from dictation, general instruction or by personally drafting with fastidious attention to detail and focus on quality.

Using Laserform for completing forms.

Diary management.

Managing and organising Outlook, inboxes, calendars and contacts, reviewing and forwarding internal and external mail, e-filing and all general maintenance of client files and folders.

General administrative duties.

Liaising with clients and contacts.

Supporting other members of your team during holiday/sickness periods.

The firm offers a competitive salary, a generous holiday allowance, potential career development prospects and an opportunity to work within a friendly supportive team.

Benefits include:

Car parking.

Free breakfast every Friday.

Regular social events organised by our Social Committee, to include outdoor activities and summer BBQ's.

Hybrid working model.

Fruit bowls delivered every Monday.

Pension scheme.

Birthdays off.

Office closure between Christmas and New Year (subject to change).

AXA Employee Assistance programme.

Discounted legal fees for conveyancing and will service.

Free entry to Bournemouth Running festival or New Forest Marathon and free personalised coaching.

Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm, with 1.25 hours for lunch.

If you think you may be suitable for this role please apply with covering letter and full CV

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person