Legal Assistant
About MSB Solicitors:
MSB Solicitors is a distinguished law firm with a reputation for excellence in residential conveyancing. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality legal services and maintaining our position as a leader in the field. With a strong commitment to excellence and client satisfaction, we pride ourselves on our expertise, innovation, and professional integrity.
Main Purpose of Job
This role is to provide direct support to his/her Principal to enable the Principal to operate at optimum efficiency. This will include, but will not be limited to, the main responsibilities given below. You will be expected to use a high degree of self-management and initiative.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- To fully utilise the practices case management system, together with digital dictation (Big Hand) in preparation of correspondence and documents
- To administer filing, which will include daily filing and the opening and closing of client files in accordance with the current archiving procedures and policies
- To prepare correspondence and enclosures for mailing/email
- To undertake as necessary the preparing and copying of documents
- To make appointments, arrange meetings and maintain an up-to-date diary for his/her Principal
- To provide support to other secretaries as required
- To provide guidance to junior and temporary secretaries in the use of case management systems, policies and procedures when required to do so
- To attend to clients both in person and on the telephone and to provide such support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the firm’s standards for client care
- To undertake any specific training when required to do so and overall have a responsibility towards self-development
- To ensure the confidentiality of all the firm’s and client’s documentation and information
This is a description of the job as it is at present, it is not exhaustive and may be altered to meet the developing needs of the practice and the individual.
Person Specification
- Excellent word-processing and audio-typing skills
- Previous experience as a legal secretary/assistant
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to speak to clients at all levels
- Adaptable to new procedures
- Working as part of a team with a flexible approach to workload
MSB Solicitors is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their experience and qualifications for the role. Please send your application to hr@msbsolicitors.co.uk.
This job description is intended to outline the key responsibilities and qualifications for the role. It may be updated to reflect the evolving needs of the department or firm.