Backhouse Jones is an innovative specialist law firm with offices in Clitheroe and central London.
We are always on the lookout for quick thinking and unique individuals who are keen to progress their career, whether that be a legal secretary, paralegal, trainee or fully qualified solicitor wishing to climb the ranks.
There is a strong collaborative culture at Backhouse Jones where we expect the best of each other. We are constantly striving to set new standards in our offer to clients and the quality of our service which is why we are interested to talk to motivated and talented individuals.
Our employees are ultimately our most important asset. We therefore seek to recruit the very best for the required role and invest heavily in personal and departmental training ensuring that we retain our most valued and committed employees.
Supportive engaging culture
Backhouse Jones has a positive working environment where people feel valued, respected and supported. If you are looking to build your career with a positive firm that will offer you a genuine opportunity to gain access to quality work at the highest level, whilst maintaining that supportive working environment and allowing people to thrive, then this could be the position for you.
Backhouse Jones group values and diversity
We are an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment because of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sexual orientation, religion or belief, or because someone is married or in a civil partnership.
Is this you? If so, please send your CV with salary aspirations in confidence to Anita Backhouse by emailing anita@backhouses.co.uk
Secretary/ Support Staff
Job Purpose
We have an exciting opportunity for candidates who are interested in pursuing a career in the legal industry. The role will include working alongside experienced solicitors and paralegals in the Employment department. It will be office based at Clitheroe. The role requires an individual who is able to work closely with others but have the ability to work on their own initiative and have the skill to prioritise appropriate tasks and manage time effectively.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity of a long-term career with a highly regarded legal practice.
Role Responsibilities
Essential Qualities:
Benefits:
· Starting from 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays with 1 extra day per year up to 5 days.*Maximum 25 days*
· Company Pension Scheme 3% employer contribution
· Death in Service Policy (2x annual salary)
· Free onsite parking
Supportive engaging culture
Backhouse Jones has a positive working environment where people feel valued, respected and supported. If you are looking to build your career with a positive firm that will offer you a genuine opportunity to gain access to quality work at the highest level, whilst maintaining that supportive working environment and allowing people to thrive, then this could be the position for you.
Backhouse Jones Group Values and Diversity
We are an equal opportunities employer. We will not discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment because of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sexual orientation, religion or belief, or because someone is married or in a civil partnership.
Please apply with CV to Anita Backhouse- anita@backhouses.co.uk