Position Title:
Personal Assistant – Employers’ Liability
Location:
Greater Manchester
Salary:
£25,000 to £30,000 dependent on experience
Reference:
BH-36923
Work Type:
Full-time
About The Firm:
My client, ranked among the top law firms in the UK, offers a collaborative work environment with a strong focus on client care and staff well-being. They have a well-established
Employers’ Liability department
and are known for their professional development and employee benefits.
Position Overview:
We are currently seeking a
Personal Assistant
to support a Principal Partner within the
Employers’ Liability department . The successful candidate must have prior
legal secretarial experience , particularly within
personal injury , and should be proficient in
Microsoft Office . A strong command of
English spelling, punctuation, and grammar , along with an
audio typing speed of 65+ words per minute , is essential. The PA will be expected to be proactive, using a high degree of
self-management
and
initiative
to support the team.
Key Responsibilities:
Preparing correspondence and documents through
audiotyping
and
word processing .
Managing digital filing, including the opening, closing, storage, and retrieval of client files.
Organising and dispatching correspondence and enclosures.
Managing the
fee earner’s diary , appointments, and meetings.
Providing support to other secretaries and the admin team as needed.
Attending to clients in person and over the phone, ensuring professional and friendly client care.
Maintaining confidentiality of all client documentation and information.
Requirements:
Demonstrable
legal secretarial experience .
IT proficiency, especially in
Microsoft Office .
Strong command of
English spelling, punctuation, and grammar .
Excellent word processing and
audio typing skills
(65+ wpm preferred).
Experience in a
Personal Injury
or
civil litigation
law firm is advantageous.
Experience working with
Proclaim case management system
is beneficial.
Ability to work in a
fast-paced
environment, with
strong organisational skills .
The Benefits & How to Apply:
Salary: £25,000 to £30,000, dependent on experience.
3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation.
23 days holiday, rising to 26 days, plus public/bank holidays.
Private medical insurance after 2 years’ service.
Enhanced maternity leave payment (over 1 year’s service, further enhanced after 4 years).
Death in service cover.
24/7 onsite gym access, netball/football teams, and social activities.
Active social committee with departmental and firm-wide events.
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Contact Person:
Shabir Jiza
Contact Email:
shabir.jiza@law-staff.co.uk
Contact Phone:
01954 208083
IMPORTANT:
PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.
In accordance with [The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Regulation 19]
( https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2003/3319/regulation/19/made )
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Personal Assistant – Employers’ Liability
Location:
Greater Manchester
Salary:
£25,000 to £30,000 dependent on experience
Reference:
BH-36923
Work Type:
Full-time
About The Firm:
My client, ranked among the top law firms in the UK, offers a collaborative work environment with a strong focus on client care and staff well-being. They have a well-established
Employers’ Liability department
and are known for their professional development and employee benefits.
Position Overview:
We are currently seeking a
Personal Assistant
to support a Principal Partner within the
Employers’ Liability department . The successful candidate must have prior
legal secretarial experience , particularly within
personal injury , and should be proficient in
Microsoft Office . A strong command of
English spelling, punctuation, and grammar , along with an
audio typing speed of 65+ words per minute , is essential. The PA will be expected to be proactive, using a high degree of
self-management
and
initiative
to support the team.
Key Responsibilities:
Preparing correspondence and documents through
audiotyping
and
word processing .
Managing digital filing, including the opening, closing, storage, and retrieval of client files.
Organising and dispatching correspondence and enclosures.
Managing the
fee earner’s diary , appointments, and meetings.
Providing support to other secretaries and the admin team as needed.
Attending to clients in person and over the phone, ensuring professional and friendly client care.
Maintaining confidentiality of all client documentation and information.
Requirements:
Demonstrable
legal secretarial experience .
IT proficiency, especially in
Microsoft Office .
Strong command of
English spelling, punctuation, and grammar .
Excellent word processing and
audio typing skills
(65+ wpm preferred).
Experience in a
Personal Injury
or
civil litigation
law firm is advantageous.
Experience working with
Proclaim case management system
is beneficial.
Ability to work in a
fast-paced
environment, with
strong organisational skills .
The Benefits & How to Apply:
Salary: £25,000 to £30,000, dependent on experience.
3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation.
23 days holiday, rising to 26 days, plus public/bank holidays.
Private medical insurance after 2 years’ service.
Enhanced maternity leave payment (over 1 year’s service, further enhanced after 4 years).
Death in service cover.
24/7 onsite gym access, netball/football teams, and social activities.
Active social committee with departmental and firm-wide events.
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Contact Person:
Shabir Jiza
Contact Email:
shabir.jiza@law-staff.co.uk
Contact Phone:
01954 208083
IMPORTANT:
PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.
In accordance with [The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Regulation 19]
( https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2003/3319/regulation/19/made )
#J-18808-Ljbffr
