Legal Secretary

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary / Assistant to join a highly regarded, growing law firm based in Northallerton. This is a busy and varied role where you will work alongside the Head of Family, providing full secretarial and administrative assistance. The successful applicant will be an experienced Legal Secretary, with excellent communication and organisational skills along with the ability to work as part of a team.

Duties will include:

Diary management and file preparation

Digital dictation

Case Management use - Proclaim

Handling client telephone calls, enquiries and requests as appropriate

Dealing with incoming emails, post, photocopying and other administrative duties as required

Archiving and organisation of legal files and supporting documentation

Preparation of client bills and reading account ledgers.

E- bundling and preparing court bundles.

Using the online divorce portal and accurately uploading documents.

Skills and Capabilities Required:

Verbal communication: The ability to listen to clients and colleagues and respond in an approachable, respectful and professional manner

Written communication: The ability to communicate clearly concisely and with accurate grammar and punctuation, in a tone which upholds the professional image and brand of the firm

Organisational ability: The ability to own and prioritise tasks and to use your time and resources effectively and efficiently

Strong IT proficiency: Including use of Microsoft Office applications and Case Management Software (ideally Proclaim)

Teamwork: The ability to treat colleagues with respect, and to be supportive and positive in the workplace in order to contribute to a friendly working atmosphere