Do you have what it takes to work with one of the most energetic and fast-growing law firms in southern England? Including Partners, we have over 60 fee earners working across our offices in Winchester, Southampton and Bournemouth.

Our success is due to the quality of our people and the growing strength and reputation of our brand. We are usually looking to recruit staff at most levels, including secretaries and other support personnel. In such a busy firm, high workloads and pressure can be a fact of life. However, we strive to ensure an environment that’s both enjoyable and stimulating - and to ensure new staff get plenty of help and support from their colleagues.

As part of their remuneration package, benefits on offer include:

• incremental holiday entitlement of up to 25 days
• contributory pension scheme
• health cash plan scheme
• car parking for fee earners
• car parking for support staff (after one year’s service)
• bonus on the introduction of a new member of staff
• childcare voucher scheme
• free or reduced cost legal advice
• staff social events

We aim to ensure all staff have satisfying and rewarding careers, based on the recognition that people are our most important asset in providing clients with the highest quality legal advice and a consistent and reliable service.

An annual appraisal examines performance in a structured manner and provides a basis on which to manage the career development process and training needs for each individual member of staff.

Nothing at present

Dutton Gregory is always interested in hearing from teams and individuals keen to develop careers in a first class legal environment.

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We have a number of vacancies across the Firm for experienced Legal Secretaries in the following departments. Posts are for 35 hours per week except where stated.

The main duties include typing a high volume of reports, letters and other documents such as the preparation of papers for court so you will need copy and audio typing speeds of at least 60 wpm.  Diary management, filing and fielding calls from clients and experts are also an important part of the role so you'll need a professional telephone manner and a calm, unflappable nature.  Experience using digital dictation would be an advantage as the firm has  the 'BigHand' system in most of its offices.  Previous experience working in a medical environment may be an advantage for the post in Clinical Negligence and previous experience gained in a Family department may be an advantage for the Family posts. Please state for which post and location you would like to apply.

From time to time, the Firm uses the services of temporary secretarial staff to cover sickness absence and holidays and periods when we are exceptionally busy. If you are an experienced Legal Secretary with typing speeds in excess of 60 wpm and are available to work for us from time to time, the Human Resources Manager would like to hear from you.

Dutton Gregory LLP is always interested in applications from experienced legal secretaries – please get in touch if you’re interested in working with us.

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If you are interested in applying for a position with Dutton Gregory LLP , either complete this online form or send your details and CV by post to:

Anne Reece , Dutton Gregory LLP Solicitors, Trussell House, 23 St Peter Street, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 8BT

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Dutton Gregory LLP is committed to training and developing the new generation of solicitors and aim to recruit at least two trainees each year.  In considering applications we take account of academic achievements and therefore look for candidates with a 2:1 degree who have either completed or are about to complete the LPC.  We also look for a genuine desire for a career in the profession and an interest in living and working locally.  We place great importance on good interpersonal skills both in the workplace and client care and expect our trainees to combine intellectual ability with practical common sense.

Our aim is to recruit trainees who upon qualification will wish to remain a valued member of the Dutton Gregory team.

If you would like to be considered for the 2011 intake please submit your full CV together with a covering letter to Sharon Hancocks, Office Manager, Dutton Gregory LLP Solicitors, Trussell House, 23 St Peter Street, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 8BT or email s.hancocks@duttongregory.co.uk. The closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday 24 September 2010 with interviews in November 2010.

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We support local schools, sixth form colleges and law graduates with two student work placements each year at our Winchester, Bournemouth and Southampton offices.

If you are interested in applying for one of these vacancies, please send your CV and a covering letter, including when you are available and your preferred office, to: Anne Reece, HR Manager, Dutton Gregory LLP Solicitors, Trussell House, 23 St Peter Street, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 8BT or email hr@duttongregory.co.uk.

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