Job Description

Legal Secretary / PA

ROSIE BRACHER SOLICITORS LLP

Award Winning Niche Family Law firms seeks an experienced Legal Secretary / PA (Family Law)- Main office, Barnstaple

We are a busy, successful firm with a strong reputation for providing high-quality legal services. We are dedicated to serving our clients' needs and achieving winning outcomes. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to excellence.

We are currently seeking a highly organised and details-oriented Legal Secretary/PA to join our team to further support the children & domestic abuse team.

The successful candidate will provide essential administrative and secretarial support to our legal professionals and ensure the smooth operation of daily operations including reception duties, administration and general case management.

Experience within family law/legal aid or equivalent environment is preferred but not essential.

The successful candidate will: -

have experience as a Legal Secretary or similar role

be highly organised and systematic in your approach with the ability to prioritise and use your own initiative.

be able to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people.

enjoy a fast-pace working environment.

have strong attention to detail and accuracy.

be able to multitask and prioritise workload effectively.

have a professional demeanour and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

display confidence in using various ICT systems.

Responsibilities include but do not exhaust: -

Provide comprehensive administrative support to lawyers, including diary and key date management for appointment and hearing scheduling and court deadlines and extensive time recording.

Preparing and formatting legal documents, including correspondence and court forms/portal both electronically and in a physical format

Manage legal aid application processes including legal aid applications

Organise and maintain legal documents, both electronically and in a physical format

Liaise with clients, court officials, barristers and third parties in a professional and confidential manner

Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, taking accurate information from clients and others, including phone calls and emails whilst ensuring prompt, accurate and professional communication.

Maintain confidential client information and adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines.

Assist with case management, booking and briefing barristers, client billing and payment processes.

Benefits include

Competitive salary Professional development opportunities 25 days holiday per annum + bank holidays Being a part of a genuine, hard-working and dedicated team

Salary

: 25,000.00- 28,000.00- Depending on experience.

Hours

: Monday-Friday, 0900-1730.

Job type

: Full /Part-time hours

Location

: Office based, Barnstaple

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Legal Secretary / PA