Job Description
Legal Secretary / West Yorkshire / c£30,000 DOE / Join a respected criminal defence firm in a pivotal support role, offering variety, responsibility and the chance to make a real impact in a busy legal practice – nnJOB TITLE: Legal Secretary nPQE REQUIRED: 18 Months Relevant Experience nLOCATION: West Yorkshire nSALARY: c£30,000 (DOE) nnTHE ROLE:nThis is a varied and hands on role supporting a Partner within a busy criminal defence practice. You will be responsible for preparing and drafting legal documents, managing diaries and key deadlines and acting as a first point of contact for clients. The position will also involve overseeing file management from opening through to closure, coordinating appointments and ensuring all documentation is accurately maintained. In addition, you will take responsibility for tracking and chasing private fees within the road traffic department, helping to ensure payments are received in advance of hearings. The role also includes front-of-house duties, contributing to a professional and welcoming client experience.nnTHE CANDIDATE:nYou will be an organised and detail oriented Legal Secretary or Legal PA, ideally with experience in a legal environment, though candidates from other professional services backgrounds will also be considered. You will have strong administrative and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced setting. Confident dealing with clients, both over the phone and in person, you will bring a professional and approachable manner, alongside solid IT skills and a good understanding of how a law firm operates. Experience within criminal defence or family law would be advantageous but is not essential.nnTHE FIRM: nThis is a well established criminal defence firm with a strong presence in the local area, known for its client focused approach and commitment to delivering high quality legal services. The firm offers a supportive working environment where team members play a key role in the smooth running of the practice. With a steady workflow and close knit team culture, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build or further develop their career within a respected legal setting.nnneNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.nnAt eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
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