Work available in this area varies from support roles such as administrators, clerical assistants, PAs and secretaries to advisory or counsel roles that demand both qualifications and experience. Secretarial roles will require the ability to combine the polished skills of a secretary, often at executive level, with experience and knowledge in some or all aspects of the work of lawyers and law firms
Work can generally involve telephone and reception duties, audio typing, diary management, filing, photocopying, archive management, research, and document management. PAs working in this area may require a heightened knowledge of industry standards and practices. Cashier positions will need experience and skills concerning account reconciliation, use of payment systems like BACS, handling cheques and other forms of payment and managing related reporting
Positions for lawyers will at the very least demand academic and professional qualifications. Suitable experience and even proof of past performance may be requested. Salaries paid to secretaries and PAs range from £15,000 to £30,000+. Cashiers and administrators can earn similar salaries. The median salary is £18,000. Pay packages for lawyers typically range from £50,000 to £100,000+ plus benefits.