At Morton Fraser MacRoberts we are a new style of law firm, independent by choice and a place where we make our own decisions and our people can have their own say. Our culture empowers all of our people to be the best they can be.

You'll get responsibility early on and the support to make great things happen. And because we understand that hard work comes from people who are empowered to be at their best more of the time, we offer an agile working environment.

We are charting our way to become the best in our field, so if you share our ambition, come chart your best course with us.

Summary of Role

To provide efficient and effective administrative support to the Asset Protection team.

This is a full-time, 6-month fixed-term contract to assist with the Will project, requiring physical presence in the office.

Key Tasks

• To provide general administrative support for the Asset Protection Team and to work with Executive Assistants and the wider team to assist with office administration.
• To assist with processing (including scanning, filing and printing) incoming and outgoing hardcopy mail into the team.
• Preparing documents and forms for signature.
• Dealing with queries from clients and other firms in terms of Wills, Powers of Attorney and title deeds held in our safe custody.
• Arranging for closed files and documents to be indexed and stored offsite.
• Assisting Executry and Trust teams with the processing of payments from the client account by making calls to verify bank details.
• Preparing internal forms in line with the firm's procedures (for example, forms to index documents in the safe and finance forms).
• Dealing with mandates from other firms.

Qualifications and Experience 

• Attention to detail and accuracy is essential.

Person Specification

• You have excellent communication skills, you are articulate, you communicate clearly, concisely and without any jargon.
• You enjoy working within a team and autonomously on your own initiative.
• You are personable and good at building and developing client relationships.
• You are confident and you have a strong belief in yourself and your own ability.
• You are committed to providing a good client experience and willing to put in extra time and effort when required

Here at Morton Fraser MacRoberts we believe in a positive work life balance and in an inclusive and friendly working environment.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We know that a culture of inclusion drives great results, and we're committed to making sure all our people feel valued and empowered. If you need any adjustments or accommodations during the application process, just let us know in your application. We will support you every step of the way. If you have a disability and meet the basic requirements for the role, we will guarantee you an interview.

We offer a generous benefits package including:

• Profit Related Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance for all employees (BUPA)
• Holidays starting at 25 days plus 9 public holidays (plus birthday off)
• Tax Efficient Car Lease Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Access to Comprehensive Wellbeing resources
• Retail Discounts

We operate our business on an agile basis reflecting the needs of our clients and our people to deliver outstanding client service.  We will agree a suitable office/homeworking arrangement with all candidates.

As signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, we recognise the value that serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. Please ensure you include any military skills and qualifications you hold when applying for a vacancy with us to ensure they are recognised during our recruitment and selection process.