Lillie Debbage

Job Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to support the Complex Crime department at one of our biggest clients, Reeds Solicitors LLP, with administrative duties and the day-to-day running of legal cases.
This is a hybrid-working role, with some office assistance required, ideally the candidate will be able to commute to one of our larger offices (Oxford, Reading, Swindon, Bristol, Cardiff, Milton Keynes).
This is a part-time (12;30pm – 5pm Monday to Friday)
We are a very progressive company and offer development opportunities to all employees. Therefore, this role may be suitable for someone who is looking to progress longer term.
Roles and Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Assist with booking appointments and conferences for fee earners.</li>
<li>Assist with diary management for the team, including listings</li>
<li>Process and manage all Legal Aid Applications</li>
<li>Arrange payment links online or process card payments over the phone.</li>
<li>Open and maintain new files on the internal case management system in line with internal procedures.</li>
<li>Manage all new incoming enquiries for the team to ensure all calls and emails are returned.</li>
<li>Liaise with new and existing clients, either to inform them of our services, or update them regarding their case.</li>
<li>Ensure conflict checks are completed on every new file and when new documents are received.</li>
<li>Downloading evidence from relevant portals</li>
<li>Provide the highest level of customer service.</li>
<li>Producing, amending, and sending standard letters to clients and other parties.</li>
<li>Accurately complete solicitors’ dictation as efficiently as possible.</li>
<li>Applications for legal aid and prior authority for experts costs</li>
<li>Chasing of police station bail backs and RUIs</li>
<li>Submission of LF1 interim payment requests</li>
<li>Accurately time record for all work carried out on the case management system where necessary.</li>
<li>Invoicing and disbursement management, including private invoicing</li>
<li>Ensuring standards of files are met in accordance with the Office Manual and Lexcel standards.</li>
<li>Any other duties as directed by their line manager, fee earners a member of the management team</li>
</ul>
Person Specification
<ul>
<li>Experience in secretarial/administrative role (preferably in criminal law proceedings is desirable).</li>
<li>Ability to audio type (dictation).</li>
<li>Previous experience of using digital dictation equipment.</li>
<li>Good communicator in both written and spoken English.</li>
<li>Proficient in using Microsoft Office packages.</li>
<li>Ability to learn and efficiently use practice and case management software.</li>
<li>Good understanding of client care requirements.</li>
<li>Must be proactive in seeking to assist fee earners and apply a consistent attention to detail.</li>
<li>Excellent time management and organisation skills.</li>
<li>A flexible approach and willingness to help, with a “can do” attitude.</li>
<li>Good teamwork ethics.</li>
</ul>
Closing Date:
We reserve the right to amend the closing date or withdraw the advert without notice prior to the closing date.
Why work for Rock MS?
<ul>
<li>We are a forward thinking, dynamic company, who put their clients and employees first. We are a fun and flexible firm with good opportunities for development and career progression. We expect a lot from our employees but in return we offer:</li>
<li>The ability to earn up to 30 days of holiday with years of service (standard holiday packages start at 21 days plus all bank holidays);</li>
<li>Additional paid day off on your birthday.</li>
<li>Ability to purchase a further 5 days of holiday each year.</li>
<li>Discretionary additional holiday days given at Christmas (up to a maximum of 2 days)</li>
<li>Flexible working schemes available to all employees.</li>
<li>Private medical health care with the option to add optical and dental care.</li>
<li>Discounted gym memberships.</li>
<li>Fresh fruit baskets in each office on a weekly basis.</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme.</li>
<li>Unlimited access to online based training.</li>
<li>Employee assistance programme with access to physical, mental and emotional health advice &amp; webinars, wellbeing videos and programmes, online counselling &amp; mini health checks.</li>
</ul>
How to apply?
Please email your CV to <a href="mailto:Recruitment@reeds.co.uk" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Recruitment@reeds.co.uk</a> with the job title clearly stated in the subject line.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £24,750.00 per year
Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Additional leave</li>
<li>Company pension</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Employee discount</li>
<li>Flexitime</li>
<li>Health &amp; wellbeing programme</li>
<li>Private medical insurance</li>
<li>Referral programme</li>
<li>Work from home</li>
</ul>
Work authorisation:
<ul>
<li>United Kingdom (required)</li>
</ul>
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oxford

Legal Assistant - Complex Crime

Legal Assistant - Complex Crime

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