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Legal Secretary

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal
  • Edinburgh

AI generated summary

  • You need previous legal secretarial experience; a law degree is not required.
  • You will manage medical reports, prepare trial bundles, assist Fee Earners, review records, send instructions to Counsel, handle administrative tasks, and update clients on cases.

Requirements

  • We are looking for someone with previous legal secretarial experience, a law degree is not required.

Responsibilities

  • We're looking for a talented individual who will be working on a large number of cases and as such, we’re looking for those who can chase medical reports, review records and prepare trial bundles.
  • It’s also vital that medical/treatment instructions are managed, along with sending instructions to Counsel, paying disbursements and drafting letters to clients.
  • Other duties would include running retainers, assisting our Fee Earners with various tasks, reviewing CCTV and booking legal hearings.
  • There would also be management of administrative tasks such as arranging conferences, assisting with ledgers (client balances and aged debt), file transfers and providing updates to our clients.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we offer hybrid working with 2 days per week working in the office.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, in a flexible and agile working environment.

What is the salary for the Legal Secretary position?

The salary for this position is competitive but not specified in the job description.

Is legal secretarial experience required for this role?

Yes, previous legal secretarial experience is required, but a law degree is not necessary.

How many days of holiday do employees receive?

Employees receive 25 days of holiday allowance plus bank holidays.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the firm supports professional development through funding for qualifications, external training courses, and a range of internal learning resources.

What kind of benefits does the company offer?

The company offers various benefits including a hybrid working model, annual leave, health and wellbeing programmes, employee assistance programmes, and more.

Does the firm provide support in case of long-term illness or injury?

Yes, the firm offers Group Income Protection to assist with income if unable to work long-term due to illness or injury.

What is the employee referral scheme?

The employee referral scheme allows current employees to refer candidates and receive payments up to £2000 for successful hires.

Do you provide any health-related services?

Yes, we offer services through the Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App, including annual health checks and access to digital GP consultations.

Slater and Gordon is one of the UK’s largest law firms, providing you with easy access to world-class legal services.

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1920
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Slater and Gordon is a prominent UK-based law firm specialising in providing legal services to individuals and businesses. The firm offers a wide range of services, including personal injury claims, family law, employment law, and commercial legal advice. Slater and Gordon’s ultimate mission is to deliver accessible, high-quality legal representation and support to clients, ensuring they receive expert advice and effective solutions tailored to their needs. The firm’s purpose is to advocate for justice and protect the rights of its clients, helping them navigate legal challenges with confidence and competence.