Job Description

Are you looking to work in a prestigious law firm with a rich history and a reputation for excellence? Join Biscoes, an award-winning firm providing exceptional legal services to clients across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. If you're passionate about delivering excellent client service and eager to work in a dynamic and rewarding environment, we want to hear from you.

Role: Legal Secretary / Assistant

Department: Residential Property

Hours: 35 per week, 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday

We are currently seeking an experienced Legal Secretary/Assistant to join our expanding Residential Property team. You will directly support one of our senior associates, providing comprehensive support to enable them to operate at optimum efficiency. This role is full-time and office-based in our Fareham office.

Role Responsibilities

As a Legal Secretary/Assistant, you will be expected to use a high degree of self-management and initiative to effectively carry out administrative duties in accordance with company procedures and quality standards. These include:

Preparing correspondence and documents using audio typing, word processing, or digital dictation methods. Administering filing systems, including daily filing and the opening, closing, storage, and retrieval of client files, in accordance with company procedures. Attending to clients, both in person and on the telephone, in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the firm's standards for client care. Making appointments, arranging meetings, and maintaining an up-to-date diary for the fee earner. Preparing mail and enclosures for dispatch and arranging for all copying to be done. Ensuring the confidentiality of all practice and client documentation and information.

Job Requirements

Our ideal candidate will have proven experience and take a professional, client-first approach. They will possess sound knowledge and administrative expertise in the field, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to communicate in a friendly, professional, and confidential manner. The role will suit those with a positive and flexible approach and the ability to remain calm under pressure, projecting the image and ethos of the firm at all times.

Minimum of 1 year's experience as a legal secretary/assistant in a residential property team or comparable role. Right to work in the United Kingdom (sponsorship will not be provided). Satisfactory DBS check required.
As part of our commitment to supporting those who have served in our armed forces, we guarantee an interview for any former service personnel who meet the minimum requirements of the role.

Why Join Us?

Comprehensive Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits including a healthcare cashback scheme, employee assistance programme (EAP), a discounts platform, and a range of salary sacrifice schemes. Colleagues also have access to discounted and, in some cases, free legal services.

Work-Life Balance:

At Biscoes, we understand the importance of work-life balance. While we take our work seriously, we also value the well-being and happiness of our employees. We offer flexible work arrangements and a self-managed time off policy to help you maintain a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.

Professional Development:

We believe in investing in our people. At Biscoes, you'll have access to comprehensive training resources and ongoing support to help you excel in your role and advance your career. Whether you are a fee-earner or a member of support staff, we invest in you to reach your full potential.

Our Culture:

We empower our team members to deliver exceptional service by fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with colleagues across various practice areas, leveraging their expertise and insights to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.

Exceptional Reputation:

As a long-serving institution, Biscoes has built a solid foundation of trust and respect within the community and beyond. Joining our team means becoming a part of this esteemed legacy and contributing to our continued success.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,420.00-32,798.93 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Employee discount Financial planning services Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Paid volunteer time Referral programme Sick pay Transport links Unlimited paid holidays
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:

Fareham PO16 0BN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

residential property legal secretary/assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person