Legal Secretary

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

Posted 7 days ago, valid for 18 days

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

A leading law firm in M22, Manchester is seeking an experienced Legal PA to join their Personal Injury team.
The position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, with a requirement of a minimum of 2 years of demonstrable Legal Secretary experience.
The role involves providing full support to Partners and Legal Advisors, including preparing documents and managing communications with clients.
Candidates should possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with the Proclaim case management system and audio typing skills are desirable for this permanent, full-time position.

Legal PALocation: M22, Manchester - 50% Hybrid WorkingSalary: Competitive + Excellent BenefitsContract: Permanent, Full-TimeExperience Level: Intermediate

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced and proactive Legal PA to join their high-performing Personal Injury team in M22, Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled legal secretary or PA to provide full support to Partners and Legal Advisors, playing a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations.

About the Role

In this fast-paced and varied position, you'll deliver a full range of PA and secretarial services, including:

Working in a pool of legal secretaries assisting a number of Lawyers
You will be working in one stream of work either Road Traffic Accidents, Employers’ Liability or Occupiers & Public Liability
Preparing correspondence and documents including pleadings and court bundles
Photocopying and scanning documents (with assistance from Administration team if needed)
Inbound and outbound calls to clients and others in a professional and friendly manner
Make appointments, arrange meetings and liaise with Lawyers, clients, Counsel and others
Supporting other secretaries and the administration team as required
Helping to update the Proclaim case management system where possible

This role requires a forward-thinking, highly organised individual with strong communication skills and a professional, team-focused attitude

What We’re Looking For

Demonstrable Legal Secretary experience is essential (minimum 2 years)
Strong comprehension of English spelling, punctuation, and grammar
IT literate
Exceptional customer service skills, including professional and friendly telephone manner
Acute attention to detail
Ability to prioritise daily workload and experience of working in a fast-paced environment
Prior exposure to Proclaim case management system is desirable
Excellent word processing and audio typing skills
Audio typing speed of 65+ words per minute
Use of digital dictation, ideally Big Hand would be beneficial

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Legal Secretary / PA who - please apply within or send your CV to

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