Legal Secretary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Legal Secretary to join a Public Familydepartment ofa well-established law firm. This role can be full-time or part-time offering excellent benefits and a salary range of £23,000 and £26,000 (FTE) .
As a Legal Secretary, you will provide administrative and secretarial support to the department and Fee Earners, assisting solicitors and partners with daily file management.
You will be responsible for:
- Prepare documents and correspondence using audio/copy typing.
- Cost files monthly and draft bills, ensuring disbursements are claimed and paid.
- Manage Fee Earners' diaries, schedule appointments, arrange meetings, and organise travel.
- Open new files accurately and update client details on the firm's database (ALB).
- Maintain accurate filing, storage, and retrieval of client files.
- Ensure Lexcel compliance, conduct money laundering checks, and maintain associated records.
- Work with standard legal templates (e.g., TR1, Land Registry, C2, Part 25, Legal Aid applications).
- Previously worked as a Legal Secretary or in a similar role.
- Ideally have experience in Public Familypractice areas.
- Background in audio typing.
- Skilled in IT, including case management systems, MS Word, Outlook and Excel.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
What's on offer:
- Competitive salary
- Staff introduction bonus
- 25 days holiday
- Auto enrolment pension scheme
- Enhanced sick pay
- Free eye tests
- Paid Flu vaccinations
- Discounted legal advice across all Departments
- Opportunities to participate in company sponsored charitable events
Apply now for this exceptional Legal Secretary opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal team and advance your career.
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