Secretarial/Administration
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Click here for the latest vacanciesWho we areParis Smith is a law firm with a clear vision of the future. A firm that adapts to the ever increasing demands and pressures on businesses and individuals. We are one of the largest independent regional firms of solicitors in Central Southern England, based in landmark offices in Southampton with 28 partners and employing 125 staff. Our solicitors have seven main group practices: Company Commercial inc. IP IT/Banking and Finance, Commercial Property & Planning, Employment, Dispute Resolution & Licensing, Family, Tax & Estate Planning and Residential Property. Our specialist teams of solicitors with key skills and industry knowledge will ensure we assign the team most suited to your individual or business needs. We act for the Public and Private Sector and high net worth individuals, offering specialist teams for the following Industry Sectors; Public Sector/Local Government, Retail, Hotels & Leisure, Education, Charities, Sports & Stadia, Banking & Finance. With an ever changing market place the firm is structured to serve our clients best with focused, creative and cost effective solutions, ensuring the very best service possible at the most competitive price, whilst maintaining the highest quality and clarity. We consider ourselves to be a forward looking firm whose approach is reflected in the use of the latest information technology and were among the first law firms nationwide to obtain and retain quality accreditations from LEXCEL (The Law Society's quality mark) and Investors in People. Our commitment to staff is reflected in high retention rates and the number of Partners and Associates who trained with the firm. As a firm we are proud of the contribution that we make to the community and the way we operate our business in a responsible manner. For further details please visit http://www.parissmith.co.uk/community-social-policy.php Social life at Paris SmithA very important part of the culture at Paris Smith is that employees are expected to work hard but the firm also recognises that there should be a work/life balance. We have various sports teams including football, netball and cricket. The firm's social committe organises various events such as quizzes, bingo nights and riverboat shuffles and in addition to seasonal events for the whole firm each department has informal social events. There is also a strong informal social life, particularly among the younger members of the firm. The key IT systems in place used by legal and support staff are: WinScribe - digital dictation system The firm also uses a variety of web based tools. Full training is provided on all relevant applications at the commencement of employment. Alongside a competitive benefits package, we provide all new staff with comprehensive induction and ongoing mentoring from day one with the firm. Support staff benefits:
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