Manchester, Lancashire nocompany
This law firms hold a gold award for investors in people, they are completely transparent and have an open door policy, they value their employees and their opinions,
Main Purpose of Job
Undertake fee-earning work to achieve agreed financial targets, both in respect of case numbers and fee income.
To contribute towards the successful development of the department in line with the business plan.
This will include but not be limited to the main responsibilities given below.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct of matters on behalf of clients
Maintain and build relationships with clients and referrers
Management of support staff to include own support (if applicable) within the department/team
Financial control with particular regard to cash flow control through collection of monies on account
Ensure the confidentiality and security of all firm and client documentation and information
Maintain high standards in the processing of client work, both in respect of professional standards and client care
Maintain good professional working relationships with external institutions and organisations
To adhere to and to promote compliance with the SRA Handbook and CQS; to the firm's policies, practices and procedures as set down in the firm's Office Manual; to legislation applicable to the profession and to any relevant quality standards
Through training and other means, to keep fully up to date with relevant legislation and practice
Promote and participate in marketing activities whether on a firmwide, departmental or office basis
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
3 or more yearsqualified Solicitor or equivalent ie ILEX/Licencsed Conveyancer
Preferred Experience (if any)
Working with panels solicitors and volume referrers
Required Qualities, Knowledge and Skill Set
Keyboard accuracy with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Preferably case management Software experience
Excellent verbal, written, communication and interpersonal skills
Pleasant but assertive manner
Efficient, organised and ability to use own initiative
Results orientated
Problem solving skills
Ability to handle a high workload