Job Description

Peter Edwards Law is an award-winning practice, and we are one of the few highly specialised firms in the UK to work exclusively in the areas of mental capacity and mental health law. We are very proud of our dedicated and highly competent, motivated team.

Due to continued growth, we are recruiting for a legal secretary to join our highly regarded, well-established niche firm within our Court of Protection department.

Based in Hoylake on the Wirral, we represent clients in several areas, including North and mid Wales.

We are seeking a determined and enthusiastic candidate who is looking to work within mental health law and can provide cost-effective administration support to senior fee earners of the departments.

We will be interested in candidates who are already working as a legal secretary or law graduates who have a passion for pursuing a career in this area of law.

Your application should illustrate your relevant experience and skills that make you a suitable candidate for this role. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our team.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Previous experience working in a firm of solicitors.

Previous legal experience in mental health law is desirable

Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and a desire to work in this area

Strong organisational and communication skills

Tact and resilience

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Competent in the use of Information Technology

Key tasks & responsibilities

Fast and accurate audio typing, accurate production of correspondence and documents using digital dictation.

Able to produce a high standard of work often to tight deadlines whilst maintain accuracy with excellent attention to detail.

File opening, closure and archiving.

Speaking to clients, experts, hospitals and courts on telephone and taking detailed yet concise messages and assisting when appropriate.

Managing fee earners diaries, updating key dates and appointments.

Accurate completion of time recording.

Maintaining careful checks that all deadlines are met.

Photocopying, scanning, printing, filing and other general admin tasks.

Ability to prioritise and cope with changing demands.

What We Offer

20 days annual leave, plus bank holiday. Opportunity to increase annual leave days for time served.

Healthcare Cash Plan

Pension

Training and Development

How to Apply

If you feel you have the skills and experience required for this role, please apply with a CV

and Cover Letter to catherinetuohy@peteredwardslaw.com detailing why you feel you are right for this role.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 16 - 30 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension
Schedule:

Day shift
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person