Shakespeare Martineau is a law firm with big ambitions for both our clients and our people. We are one firm of original thinkers, inspired to create an outstanding future for our clients, our people and our community.
Working with organisations of all sizes our team delivers a broad range of specialist legal services, and has particular expertise across sectors including but not limited to; energy, education, banking & financial services, investment funds and advanced manufacturing.
Our vision is to be the outstanding legal force in our specialist sectors and markets. Our people are renowned for their flair and individuality. We recruit people who have a blend of excellent technical and business skills with the talent to do things differently.
We firmly believe that people and spirit are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment is to help all our people fulfil their careers and ambitions and we strive to create an environment where each individual can understand and then achieve their full potential. Great performance for us is a blend of excellent technical and business skills and the talent and drive to do things differently. |
Our multi-disciplinary Real Estate group is highly regarded by our clients and within the sector. It comprises not only lawyers but town and country planners, RICS surveyors, property managers and sector focused financial advisers.
We’ve brought experts into our services in planning, development, investment, landlord and tenant matters, construction and litigation with a particular emphasis on energy, retail, housing, education, finance and investment funds.
The Real Estate team in Nottingham has a dynamic approach to servicing the needs of their clients, and has witnessed unprecedented growth in the last few years and needs someone committed, ambitious and a team player to join their vibrant team. They work hard, but maintain a sense of fun running throughout the team. |
The role:
You will be a key player in this very busy team, providing critical secretarial and administrative support to help our commercial development property legal team, (comprising real estate, construction, planning lawyers and planners) based in Nottingham, to deliver great service to our clients.
You will deal with the production of documents (including sale and purchase contracts, development agreements, funding and construction documentation as well as planning agreements), file set ups, engagement letters and quotes, searches etc. as well as archiving and retrieval of files. You will also deal with SDLT applications, Land Registry applications and assist fee earners on client updates and reports.
We have great but demanding clients and a deserved reputation for quality and speed of response. The team works hard but enjoys celebrating success. We are not hierarchical and appreciate the contribution of all. We can only produce good work if everyone is pulling together! This role would suit someone with solid experience who can handle pressure when needed.
We will consider applications on a full or part time basis. If part time hours are preferred, we would require at least 3 full days a week to be worked, or reduced hours Monday to Friday. Flexibility to cover holidays may be required on an ad hoc basis if part time.
Your key duties will be:
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providing timely and effective support to requests for assistance from members of the team
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the accurate production and amendment (by track changes) of correspondence and documentation, including through the use of digital dictation
- attending to clients in person and on the phone taking messages and assisting where appropriate
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the use of a case management system to process and progress files
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managing file opening, closure and archiving
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producing bills and other financial administration
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managing diaries for the team, planning and organising meetings and making travel arrangements
- organising and maintaining departmental filing systems and document storage
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photocopying, scanning, faxing, printing, filing and other general administrative tasks
Skills and experience you will have:
Key competencies you will need:
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the ability to work in a high volume and fast paced environment
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the ability to work well in a team and develop good working relationships with colleagues and others
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confident interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise openly and clearly with colleagues and clients
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to be able to produce a high standard of work, often to tight deadlines, whilst maintaining accuracy and good attention to detail
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the ability to prioritise well and be able to cope with challenging and changing demands
- to be able to demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, initiative and self confidence
About you - you will be:
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Shakespeare Martineau is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture within our business where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, regardless of their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs. |
