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We are proud tobe a part of one of the most prominent and modern legal firms in Scotland. We are Gilson Gray.  \nBased in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee and North Berwick we focus on ensuring we provide the highest level of advice and on-going service to our clients internal and external.  \nOur Team  \nBased across our various offices, we have a highly engaged, collaborative team who support each other to achieve the best results possible. This role is based in our Edinburgh office but you will quickly get to know all the members of the team. We work hard but take time to celebrate success also.  \nWe are a company that cares about building an inclusive, collaborative place to work where you can stretch yourself, personally and professionally. We value a diverse team and believe the variety of experiences and backgrounds within our team make us stronger.  \nThe Role  \nWe are looking to further strengthen our current team with the appointment of an experienced Legal Secretary who will provide secretarial assistance within our Family Law department. Working alongside solicitors using word processing and other technical skills in order to meet the needs of both internal and external clients, whilst demonstrating our core values.  \nThe successful candidate will be expected to use a significant degree of self  \nmanagement and initiative and is expected to work as part of a team As a Legal Secretary at Gilson Gray LLP you’ll be responsible for:  \n• Typing for all fee earners in the team in a fast-paced environment. ~~ t~~This will include accurately transcribing audio dictation and copy type from draft documents.  \n• Produce documentation in a professional and accurate manner.  \n• Assisting Head of Department and Partners with management and business development tasks  \n• Implement and maintain a comprehensive filing and record system ensuring files are maintained in an orderly way.  \n• Diary management and meeting organisation.  \n• Setting up new appointments.  \n• Dealing with incoming calls from clients and taking messages for fee earners.  \n• Responsibility for opening and closing of files and new client processes.  \n• Preparing documents for court hearings.  \n• Preparing instructions to counsel and making up counsel’s papers.  \n• Drafting fees and assisting with credit control follow up.  \n• General photocopying and other secretarial duties.  \n02  \nRequired Knowledge and Experience:  \n• Previous experience of working within a Family Law or Litigation department.  \n• You will be an experienced secretary with the full range of secretarial skills, including full working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and other relevant applications.  \n• Excellent typing skills are essential.  \n• You will have previous experience of using a case management system.  \nOur ideal candidate would also have:  \n• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and work to deadlines  \n• You will have the ability to develop strong working relationships within the team as well as communicate concisely both verbally and in writing with both internal and external clients  \n• A professional telephone manner with the ability to engage with clients  \n• A calm, helpful and professional approach  \n• The ability to use Bighand (dictation/transcription system) is desirable but training can be provided.  \nBenefits  \n• A competitive salary with annual review and potential bonus award depending upon performance  \n• 32 days holiday a year (inc. 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