Due to internal promotion we are looking for 2 full time Experienced Family Secretaries to join the Family department in our Hull office.
Your duties will include:
Typing (including transcribing audio dictation) of correspondence, file notes, statements, briefs to Counsel, court applications, financial documents, e-mails, and all other documents;
Liaising with courts, other Solicitors, local authorities via telephone and email;
Liaising with clients face to face, over the telephone and via email;
Booking meeting rooms, arranging travel, organising appointments and any other administrative tasks to support the Family department;
You will:
Have the ability to handle simultaneous tasks
Be able to meet court deadlines.
Be proactive and self-motivated.
Have excellent communication skills.
Have excellent attention to detail.
Have excellent time management and organisation skills.
Be highly adaptable and flexible and work comfortably in a fast paced area of law
We are seeking to recruit an experienced Residential Conveyancer in our Withernsea office.
You will:
Manage your own caseload of residential conveyancing matters.
Provide excellent client care.
See files through from start to finish.
Liaise with all parties to ensure the timely progression of conveyancing matters.
Review and draft legal documents.
Conduct searches, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and legislation.
Identify and manage potential risks and issues.
Provide appropriate solutions to safeguard clients' interests.
Keep abreast of changes in conveyancing law and practice, ensuring continuous professional development and compliance with SRA requirements.
Work to the CQS standard.
Ideally have experience in the use of case management systems and Microsoft Office software, however training will be provided.
You will have:
Comprehensive knowledge of conveyancing law, procedures, and regulations.
A proven track record of managing a varied caseload.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Organisational and time management skills, and be able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
A proactive and solutions-focused approach to problem-solving, with the ability to identify and manage risks.
A high level of attention to detail and accuracy in drafting legal documents and correspondence.
Sandersons are a busy and friendly firm with loyal staff and a broad client base, and we are proud of our reputation for giving good service with many repeat clients.
17-19 Parliament Street
Hull
HU1 2BH