Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking an organised and enthusiastic receptionist/ legal secretary to join our busy and friendly legal team. The ideal candidate will provide essential administrative support to the lawyers in the firm and assist in the smooth running of our legal practice. This role requires good communication skills, proficiency in typing and use of a computer and the ability to manage time effectively while handling multiple tasks. The secretarial side of this role is likely to be primarily within our residential conveyancing department, but flexibility will be expected of the candidate (with training) to assist in other areas as and when required.

Responsibilities

Answering the telephone. Taking and distributing detailed telephone messages. Greeting clients and other professionals visiting the office Collecting and distributing the post, document exchange letters and printing Organising and updating the office diary Preparing standard legal documents and correspondence Organising files and correspondence Carrying out photocopying, scanning and filing Applying for standard searches Updating clients, agents and other parties in transactions by telephone and e-mail Keeping reception areas neat and tidy Making tea and coffee Retrieving archiving from the office archive and updating archive databases
Training in the various aspects of the role would be provided for the right candidate. If you are a proactive individual with a passion for the legal field (and hopefully conveyancing!), we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to our team. This is an in-office role at our Hereford office with no remote working, usual hours 9:00am-5:15 pm Monday to Thursday and 8:00am - 4:00 pm Friday, some flexibility may be required. Please send C.V's to solicitors@marcheslaw.com

Expected start date: ASAP

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 23,000.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person