Document Checking Team Lead

Allen & Overy; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Belfast is seeking a Document Checking Team Lead to oversee team operations and enhance client service. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in people management, communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role offers opportunities for hybrid working and various employee benefits, reflecting the firm's commitment to staff welfare.

Benefits

Occupational pension scheme

Group income protection cover

Mental health resources

Health and wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of exceptional client service.
• Successful record in people management in a professional services setting.
• Experience of working in a busy deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation and people management of the Document Checking department.
• Manage the team by conducting feedback sessions and meetings.
• Monitor high performance of team members.

Skills

People management

Client service

Communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Job description

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We have an exciting new opportunity for a Document Checking Team Lead to join the A&O Shearman Belfast office.

If you have a background in people management with a passion for client service, we would love to hear from you! Apply today via the link below or reach out to me at [emailprotected] for more information.


What you will do

The role of the Team Lead is to oversee the day-today operation and people management of the Document Checking department, ensuring a high level of service delivery 24/7.

This will include:

Line management

Managing the team effectively by conducting individual feedback sessions, one-on-one meetings and regular team meetings

Managing and reviewing staff training and development

Monitoring the high performance of team members

Engaging in conversations about process improvements and more efficient work methods

Organising appropriate resourcing for absences

Inducting new staff into the department and leading the recruitment process for any vacancies

Maintaining a high level of service which exceeds client expectations

Addressing service failures, recommending solutions, and escalating issues as required

Ensuring continuity of service

Proactivity in managing team capacity with the ability to react quickly and appropriately to changes in client and business needs

Specific departmental responsibilities

Consulting with Document Expert to provide feedback and guidance to the team on technical points

Working closely with colleagues to ensure smooth handover at start and end of shift

Overseeing larger projects within Document Services

Developing technical knowledge through training and work-shadowing as appropriate

What you will have

Thorough understanding of what exceptional client service looks like

Successful record in people management in a professional services setting

Ability to build strong relationships and communicate with a range of stakeholders at all levels

Experience of working in a busy deadline-driven environment, preferably 24/7

Strong planning and organisational skills, with demonstrated ability to multitask, work effectively and manage personal deadlines

Commitment to continuous service improvement and innovation

Flexibility to travel to the London office to meet with the team

What we can offer you

At A&O Shearman, we recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services including GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, online discounts and lifestyle management services.

Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required.

We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We do however remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together.

Please note this role is based in the A&O Shearman Belfast office, with an onsite presence required in line with our hybrid working policy.

If this role is not of interest we may have another suitable opportunity here for you at A&O Shearman! Visit our careers portal atA&O Shearman Careersand submit your CV to ourTalent Networkto be notified when the perfect opportunity becomes available.