Float Legal Secretary

Simpson Judge; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Birmingham is seeking a dedicated Legal Secretary to join their team. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth. The role involves providing essential typing and administrative support, maintaining case management systems, and ensuring high standards of service. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join a forward-thinking firm that values its employees and offers excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and calmness under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide typing, secretarial, and administrative support to the team.
• Transcribe audio and prepare documents while maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Job description

Legal Secretary - Birmingham City Centre

Our client, a Legal 500 Firm in Birmingham City Centre, is seeking a Legal Secretary. This full-time role offers great opportunities for progression and excellent company benefits.

Role Overview:

Provide typing, secretarial, and administrative support to the team, ensuring high standards of service and responsiveness to fee earners' needs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Transcribe audio, digital dictation, and prepare documents.
2. Maintain the case management system, ensuring accurate electronic filing and document linking.
3. Handle routine tasks such as scanning, printing, photocopying, binding, and faxing.
4. Schedule appointments and manage diaries for managers and fee earners.
5. Communicate professionally with clients via in person and phone interactions.
6. Use internal systems for finance tracking, time recording, and billing.
7. Maintain confidentiality of all firm and client information.

Skills and Experience:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent spelling and grammar.
• Effective communication skills, calmness under pressure, strong organizational abilities.
• Deadline-driven with proactive problem-solving skills.
• Team player with flexibility and cooperation.

If interested, please contact Rory Brand at Simpson Judge for a confidential discussion.