Litigation secretary
| Posting date: | 13 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 July 2025 |
| Location: | Trowbridge, Wiltshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Forrester Sylvester mackett |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Hours:Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Holiday:28 days in addition to public holidays
Job purpose:
To provide support to the Litigation Department.
Key responsibilities:
1. Audio typing, preparing and amending draft documents
2. Making and receiving telephone calls and dealing with emails
3. Dealing with clients both in person and on the telephone and assisting clients in the absence of a fee earner.
4. Making appointments and assisting with queries.
5. Photocopying, filing and general office duties including opening files and preparing completed files for storage.
6. Assisting other members of the Litigation team and liaising with other members of staff as appropriate.
7. Liaising with Accounts Department to obtain cheques, print-outs etc., as necessary.
8. Liaising with the Office Manager with regard to stocks of stationery etc.
9. Reception cover during absence on holiday or illness.
Skills/requirements:
• Accurate and fast typing.
• Good presentation of letters and documentation.
• Knowledge of English grammar.
• Good telephone manner.
• Ability to deal with clients, intermediaries and other contacts.
• Use of IT systems in the office.
Qualifications/Experience:
• Previous experience within a litigation role would be an advantage but not
essential
Holiday:28 days in addition to public holidays
Job purpose:
To provide support to the Litigation Department.
Key responsibilities:
1. Audio typing, preparing and amending draft documents
2. Making and receiving telephone calls and dealing with emails
3. Dealing with clients both in person and on the telephone and assisting clients in the absence of a fee earner.
4. Making appointments and assisting with queries.
5. Photocopying, filing and general office duties including opening files and preparing completed files for storage.
6. Assisting other members of the Litigation team and liaising with other members of staff as appropriate.
7. Liaising with Accounts Department to obtain cheques, print-outs etc., as necessary.
8. Liaising with the Office Manager with regard to stocks of stationery etc.
9. Reception cover during absence on holiday or illness.
Skills/requirements:
• Accurate and fast typing.
• Good presentation of letters and documentation.
• Knowledge of English grammar.
• Good telephone manner.
• Ability to deal with clients, intermediaries and other contacts.
• Use of IT systems in the office.
Qualifications/Experience:
• Previous experience within a litigation role would be an advantage but not
essential