Legal Secretary

• Salary up to £30,000 per annum
• Extensive Benefits
• Great progression opportunities with a leading North West firm

We’re working alongside a leading North West law firm, recruiting an Legal Assistant / Executive Administrator to join their Commercial Property team. Based in their Preston office, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting fee earners on a range of commercial property matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to grow their legal career in a highly regarded firm.

Responsibilities include:

• Effective administration of the files (hard copy and on SOS), including matter opening, closing, archiving, and data updates during the course of a matter
• Production of files for fee earners on request
• Production and filing of documents, copies, and scans as required
• Review of departmental finances, including report production, liaison with clients regarding payment of fees, management of bill process, and interaction with Finance
• Ensuring file compliance with relevant regulatory standards and the Office Manual processes
• Production and issue of correspondence upon instruction from the fee earner
• Attendance at meetings when required and taking minutes when requested
• Telephone call handling for the team, ensuring that messages are captured accurately and passed on promptly
• Diary management for team events (team meetings, one-to-ones)
• Management of meetings for fee earners when requested, including liaison with other parties, meeting room booking, car park booking, and preparation of relevant materials/documents
• Training new administrators upon request
• Liaison with other departments regarding operational issues (e.g., IT, copier, new starter equipment)
• Assisting with general branch office administration, including reception duties, post, scanning, and archiving requests/schedules for deeds

What we need from you:

• A minimum of 6-12 months’ of legal support experience in a Conveyancing/Residential/Commercial property environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• A commercial mindset with the ability to work effectively under pressure.

The Perks:

• Employee bonus scheme and company pension
• Death in service benefit and Medicash health plan (including annual health check and EAP support)
• Free conveyancing for the sale/purchase of your primary residence and free Wills
• Holiday entitlement increases with length of service
• Paid time off for volunteering (2 days per year)
• Enhanced maternity pay and extended leave scheme
• Access to salary sacrifice schemes (car parking, tech, cycle to work, electric car)
• Hybrid working policy, and fresh fruit in offices
• Staff recognition awards, biannual promotion and salary review opportunities
• Company laptop, mobile, and free access to Office 365
• Ongoing training and career development support
• Christmas party, social events with matched funding, and employee referral bonuses

If you’re interested, hit that apply button or reach out to Jack Lloyd directly at Jack.Lloyd@Oculuslegalgroup.com

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