Legal Secretary

DAC Beachcroft LLP; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Legal Secretary to join their Health Care and Public Law department. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide top-notch secretarial support to fee earners in a hybrid working environment. The position involves managing client relationships, handling confidential information, and ensuring seamless communication. Ideal candidates will possess strong document production skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Join a collaborative team that values flexibility and a positive work-life balance while making a significant impact in the legal field.

Benefits

Flexibles Arbeiten

Hybrides Arbeitsmuster

Teamorientierte Umgebung

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in einem juristischen oder professionellen Dienstleistungsumfeld.
• Starke Fähigkeiten in der Dokumentenerstellung und Kundenkommunikation.

Responsibilities

• Bereitstellung von Sekretariatsunterstützung für Gebührenerheber.
• Verwaltung von Rechnungen und Kontenabfragen.

Skills

Erfahrung im juristischen Bereich

Dokumentenerstellung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Microsoft Office

Kundenservice

Aufmerksamkeit für Details

Teamarbeit

Organisation

Tools

Dokumenten-/Fallmanagementsysteme

Job description

Legal Secretary

Department: Health Care and Public Law - Leeds and Manchester

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: Manchester

Description

The main purpose of this role is to provide an excellent standard of secretarial support to fee earners across the specified practice. You may also be required to support other practice groups as needed.

The working hours are 9:00-17:00. DACB promotes Flexforward, supporting a Life that Works across the firm. The secretarial team in HCPL has a hybrid work pattern, splitting time between office and home. We seek an enthusiastic individual eager to embrace this role and work with like-minded colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

Client Relationship Management

• Stay updated with client-specific protocols and processes, providing guidance and training where necessary.
• Respond to client queries promptly.

Financial

• Manage billing and account queries, collaborating with fee earners and support teams.
• Prepare expense claims and complete account forms.
• Maintain spreadsheets and understand client billing processes and rate tables.

Supporting Lawyers

• Handle confidential information following data security protocols.
• Prepare correspondence and documents from digital dictation.
• Create electronic court bundles and amend documents as per specifications.
• Prepare client reports, scan correspondence, and manage electronic files.
• Manage lawyer inboxes during absences and assist with diary management and court liaising.
• Organize client events and maintain office tidiness.
• Handle telephone enquiries professionally and send out correspondence on behalf of fee earners.
• Prioritize tasks effectively and provide excellent client service, building positive relationships.
• Assist with business development activities and maintain internal and external relationships.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Experience in legal or professional services environment.
• Strong document production and client communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and document/case management systems.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and investigate issues thoroughly.
• Conscientious with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Team player with a positive attitude and adaptability.
• Discreet, confidential, and well-organized.