Job Description
Are you looking to work in a prestigious law firm with a rich history and a reputation for excellence? Join Biscoes, an award-winning firm providing exceptional legal services to clients across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. If you're passionate about the law and eager to advance your career in a dynamic and rewarding setting, we want to hear from you.
- Role: Legal Secretary - Notary
- Hours: 20 per week; pattern to be agreed but must include Tuesday & Thursday 9am - Midday
- Salary: Dependent on experience
- Location: Waterlooville (PO7 7SG)
We are currently looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to provide a total support service to the Notary Public to enable them to operate at optimum efficiency, including but not limited to the main responsibilities given below.
- Preparing correspondence and documents using audio typing, word processing or digital dictation methods.
- Administering filing systems which will include file opening and closing, ensuring the Notary Public’s Protocol records are kept up to date.
- Attending clients both in person and on the telephone, doing so in a professional and friendly manner in line with the firm’s standards for client care.
- Making appointments, arrange meetings and maintain an up-to-date diary for the Notary Public.
- Supporting the Notary Public in reviewing client matters to ensure excellence in execution of notarial work.
- Preparing mail and enclosures for dispatch and to arrange for all copying to be done.
Job Requirements
Our ideal candidate will be someone with proven experience as a legal secretary, ideally in probate or conveyancing. They will have exceptional attention to detail and the ability to communicate in a friendly, professional and confidential manner. The role will suit those with a positive and flexible approach and an ability to remain calm under pressure in order to project the image and ethos of the firm at all times.
Whilst character is important to us we do require a certain level of experience and qualification to succeed in this role. These are:
- a minimum of 5 years experience in a Legal Secretary role (or comparable)
- the right to work in the United Kingdom - sponsorship of such right will not be provided.
The successful candidate will also require a satisfactory DBS check.
Why Join Biscoes?
- Comprehensive Benefits: We offer a range of benefits including a healthcare cashback scheme, employee assistance programme (EAP) a discounts platform (CSSC) and a range of salary sacrifice schemes. Colleagues also have access to discounted and in some cases free legal services.
- Work-Life Balance: At Biscoes, we understand the importance of work-life balance. While we take our work seriously, we also value the well-being and happiness of our employees. We offer a self-managed time off policy to help you maintain a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
- Professional Development: We believe in investing in our people. At Biscoes, you'll have access to comprehensive training resources and ongoing support to help you excel in your role and advance your career. Whether you are a fee-earner or a member of support staff, we invest in you to reach your full potential.
- Our Culture: We empower our team members to deliver exceptional service by fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with colleagues across various practice areas, leveraging their expertise and insights to achieve the best outcomes for your clients.
- Exceptional Reputation: As a long-serving institution, Biscoes has built a solid foundation of trust and respect within the community and beyond. Joining our team means becoming a part of this esteemed legacy and contributing to our continued success.