Legal Assistant/Secretary
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Position Overview & Specifications
Walker Laird Solicitors and Estate Agents are looking to hire two legal assistants. We are open to both full time and part time applicants.
The first role is based in our Paisley office working primarily within our private client department and will also involve some conveyancing work. Audio typing will form part of the role. Experience is not necessary, however, it would be beneficial.
The second role is based in our Renfrew office. This will involve assisting both our private client and conveyancing departments particularly in relation to new business enquiries. The role is customer facing and will involve working at our reception assisting clients both in person and on the phone. The successful applicant will also assist with general office tasks such as distributing mail, stationary orders, photocopying legal paperwork etc. Experience is not necessary.
Walker Laird was established in 1815 and is an ambitious, friendly firm employing more than 40 staff across two offices.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 31/03/2023
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 Assistant/Secretary roles across Walker Laird Solicitors'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 Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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