THE ROLE: LEGAL SECRETARY/PARALEGAL
PRACTICE AREA: RESIDENTIAL CONVEYANCING
LOCATON: BEDFORDSHIRE
REF NO: L4L1074
The Role
Reporting to your Supervising Partner, the successful candidate will work alongside qualified staff in the Property Dept and will provide legal and administrative support, including but not limited to the following; case preparation, bundling, research, arranging / attending conferences and client meetings.
You will also be required to assist the team with the marketing of their services and networking. The position involves assisting the Head of Department in a wide range of work and there is plenty of scope for personal development. The successful applicant will have an outstanding opportunity to develop the profile of the Department and to apply for upcoming training contracts at the firm.
Candidate specification
Candidates should ideally have:
* Capability to generate fees in accordance with agreed targets
* Ability to adhere to and manage deadlines
* Assist colleagues and support supervisors in fee-earning matters
* Follow financial guidelines with regards to Solicitors Accounts Rules and cash flow control on case files.
1. Strong IT skills
2. Good drafting and writing skills, excellent communication and technical ability