Employers' Liability PA

Position Title: Personal Assistant – Employers’ Liability Location: Greater Manchester  Salary: £25,000 to £30,000 dependent on experience Reference: BH-36923 Work Type: Full-time About The Firm: My client, ranked among the top law firms in the UK, offers a collaborative work environment with a strong focus on client care and staff well-being. They have a well-established Employers’ Liability department and are known for their professional development and employee benefits. Position Overview: We are currently seeking a Personal Assistant to support a Principal Partner within the Employers’ Liability department. The successful candidate must have prior legal secretarial experience, particularly within personal injury, and should be proficient in Microsoft Office. A strong command of English spelling, punctuation, and grammar, along with an audio typing speed of 65+ words per minute, is essential. The PA will be expected to be proactive, using a high degree of self-management and initiative to support the team. Key Responsibilities: • Preparing correspondence and documents through audiotyping and word processing. • Managing digital filing, including the opening, closing, storage, and retrieval of client files. • Organising and dispatching correspondence and enclosures. • Managing the fee earner’s diary, appointments, and meetings. • Providing support to other secretaries and the admin team as needed. • Attending to clients in person and over the phone, ensuring professional and friendly client care. • Maintaining confidentiality of all client documentation and information. Requirements: • Demonstrable legal secretarial experience. • IT proficiency, especially in Microsoft Office. • Strong command of English spelling, punctuation, and grammar. • Excellent word processing and audio typing skills (65+ wpm preferred). • Experience in a Personal Injury or civil litigation law firm is advantageous. • Experience working with Proclaim case management system is beneficial. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with strong organisational skills. The Benefits & How to Apply: • Salary: £25,000 to £30,000, dependent on experience. • 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation. • 23 days holiday, rising to 26 days, plus public/bank holidays. • Private medical insurance after 2 years’ service. • Enhanced maternity leave payment (over 1 year’s service, further enhanced after 4 years). • Death in service cover. • 24/7 onsite gym access, netball/football teams, and social activities. • Active social committee with departmental and firm-wide events. Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation. Contact Person: Shabir Jiza Contact Email: (url removed) Contact Phone: (phone number removed) IMPORTANT: PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with [The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Regulation 19] ((url removed)/ uksi/2003/3319/regulation/19/made)