Legal Secretary/Receptionist
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Position Overview & Specifications
Receptionist/Legal Secretary position in busy legal practice.
Previous experience in the legal field and of audio typing desirable. Must be computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook
Must be able to
- Be well organised, able to multitask and work under pressure.
- Greet and announce visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
- Monitor and listen to our clients to understand their enquiries and requirements
- Answer incoming telephone calls and direct the call appropriately
- Take accurate and complete messages for those who may be unavailable
- Follow established procedures for receiving, documenting, organising and sending out mail
- Maintain neatness and organisation of reception desk
- Assist fee earners with a selection of administrative tasks as required
All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, nationality, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £23,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Attendance at office by clients is by appointment only
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cardiff, CF24 3DS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- reception: 1 year (required)
- legal secretary: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: SH.MISC
Expected start date: 05/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Legal Secretary/Receptionist roles across Crowley & Company's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £23,000 - £23,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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