Job Details

Vacancy: Legal Secretary

Office: Leeds

Salary: £20,180 to £22,846

Closing date for applicants: 1 November 2017

Contract: Permanent

About Us

With almost 800 staff and partners across a network of offices nationwide, we are the most experienced trade union, employment rights and claimant personal injury practice in the UK.

We have an enviable reputation for the results we get for our clients and the support, training and career development of our staff, which is reflected in our Investors in People status.  We treat our people as we treat our clients – fairly, with honesty and as individuals. 

At Thompsons, we expect interest and commitment to the work we do and a desire to do the very best we can for our clients.

Vacancy Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and highly motivated Legal Secretary.  The role will involve providing a full administrative and executive support function, typically within one work stream.  You will have technical and administrative experience gained in a legal environment. You would have the ability to produce stock letters, forms and documents for clients, defendants, third parties, the court, extracting the information required from the case file. We are looking for someone who is self-sufficient, with excellent communication and client care skills, and the ability to prioritise, which is essential to the role.

What We Offer

As well as a competitive salary we offer an extensive benefits package which includes contributory pension scheme, permanent health insurance, life assurance, 27 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays), an Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, annual travel and parking loans, cycle to work scheme, financial assistance for professional development and much more. As an employer we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive working environment where you can develop your career and achieve your personal best.  You will be working for a purpose-driven firm, alongside a team of professionals who take immense pride in providing high quality legal services to the victims of injury and are passionate about protecting the rights of working people.

Further Information

For a full job description and application form please visit our website: www.thompsons.law.

Further details of the role can be found here: www.thompsons.law/about/careers/vacancies#LegalSecretary/ExecutiveSupportAssistant-Leeds-25-10-17. 

For your application to be considered it is a mandatory requirement that we receive all completed documents within the application pack, as well as an up to date CV.

Thompsons believes in equality and is an Equal Opportunities employer promoting diversity within the workplace.

No agencies please.