Hague and Dixon Solicitors LLP are seeking to recruit a full or part-time legal secretary for the York office.  There is scope for progression within the firm for the right candidate.

 The position shall include but is not limited to:

• Preparation of correspondence and documents through audio typing and word processing
• Use of case management system
• Receiving and directing telephone calls
• Greeting clients on arrival and directing them to the appropriate fee earner
• Switchboard duties
• Maintaining diaries and making appointments when required.
• Photocopying documents
• Outgoing post
• File management in accordance with Quality Procedures Manual, CQS and Lexcel requirements to include filing and other clerical duties
• Compliance with the SRA Code of Conduct and SRA Accounts Rules
• Ensure the confidentiality and security of all firm and client documentation and information
• To maintain high standards in the processing of client work, both in respect of professional
• standards and client care
• Liaising with clients

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS.

Ideally, a candidate would have:

• Strong communication skills.
• Good word processing skills.
• A willingness to learn
• A desire to work in an office environment.
• Strong Organisational skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• Excellent Word processing skills and Computer Literacy
• A Personable manner
• Reliability
• Trustworthy
• Able to work under pressure with minimal supervision

Competitive salary based on experience , and statutory holiday entitlement.

Please provide CV and covering letter by 01 April 2024 Dawn Taylor  dawn.taylor@hague-dixon.co.uk  or by post to Dawn Taylor, Hague & Dixon LLP, 105 The Mount, York YO24 1GY