Legal Secretary

Job Title: Legal Secretary - Criminal TeamLocation: Hartlepool OfficeType: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £21,000-£22,000 (35 Hours)Our client, a prestigious legal firm with a strong presence in Hartlepool, is renowned for their commitment to excellence and a personalised approach to legal services. With a rich history and a dynamic team dedicated to delivering outstanding results, they have established themselves as a leader in the legal industry. They are now seeking a dedicated and confident Legal Secretary to join their Criminal Team, reflecting their ongoing commitment to providing top-tier legal support.As a Legal Secretary within the Criminal Team, you will play a crucial role in supporting the department's legal professionals. This position demands a highly organised, accurate, and initiative-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced and demanding environment. You will be directly involved in a variety of tasks that require a keen attention to detail, excellent typing skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.Responsibilities:

• Diary Management: Efficiently manage and organise calendars to ensure smooth operations.
• Legal Aid Portal: Submit bills and handle related administrative tasks with precision.
• Audio Typing: Produce accurate documents based on dictation, requiring excellent typing skills.
• Communication: Handle sending and receiving emails, client contact, and liaising with both internal staff and external parties to ensure effective communication channels.
• Travel Arrangements: Organise travel plans as required to support the team's needs.
• Document Drafting: Assist in drafting legal documents with attention to detail and accuracy.
• General Administration: Undertake various administrative duties to support the team, including but not limited to filing, photocopying, and document management.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Applicants must have a background in criminal law and legal work.
• Education: Minimum GCSE levels 4-9 (A to C) or higher; equivalent qualifications will be considered.
• Skills: A good and accurate typing speed is essential. Applicants should have a positive approach to working under pressure, strong administrative and organizational skills, a good level of IT competency, and excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Key Attributes:

• Proactivity: Must be able to use initiative and be proactive in managing a variety of tasks.
• Efficiency: Capable of working efficiently in a high-volume workload environment.
• Attention to Detail: Must possess a keen attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all tasks.
• Resilience: Prepared to work with sensitive and potentially distressing matters with professionalism and discretion.

This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a supportive team within a reputable law firm. They offer a stimulating work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.