Legal Secretary

Job Title:

Legal Secretary

Salary: £30,000 per annum

COMPANY PROFILE

We have an exciting opportunity to join our client in the professional services industry. They are looking for a switched on, proactive Legal Secretary to join their team. If you have previous experience in a similar role and are looking for a new challenge at a company who values their employee’s, please apply today!

SKILLS REQUIRED

Previous experience at a law firm is desirable
Fantastic communication skills
Able to work off own initiative
Quick learner and able to pick up new systems
Fast and accurate keyboard skills
Ability to work under pressure and towards deadlines
Smart and professional
RESPONSIBILITES

Answer phone calls and assist clients when the lawyer is unavailable, including meeting walk-in clients, addressing queries, and taking messages.
Manage client files by opening/closing them, performing money laundering checks, and updating records.
Maintain lawyers’ schedules, organise meetings, and handle outgoing mail and emails.
Perform typing tasks, draft standard letters/forms, and manage documents, including deeds.
Coordinate with the accounts team for financial tasks, including cheque management and using the peppermint system.
Input client information into case management systems and perform general administrative tasks like photocopying and file archiving.
Ensure office organisation, report IT issues, and assist with secretarial and telephone cover as needed.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Holiday: 25 days + bank
Pension scheme
Parking on site
Employee Assistance Programme.
Health cashback
Career progression and training.

Location:

St Albans

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Monday to Friday 9am-5:15pm

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by Smart
10 Recruitment Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others and we will contact you within 3 working days if you have been shortlisted.

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