Legal Assistant

Pertemps; Livingston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local law firm seeks a Legal Secretary to provide essential administrative support, handle legal documents, and communicate with clients. The ideal candidate will possess experience in the legal sector, particularly in Private Client or Conveyancing work. This role offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Company pension scheme.

Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role within a legal environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the legal team.
• Draft, format and proofread legal documents and correspondence.
• Maintain organized filing systems for case files and legal documents.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Experience as a Legal Secretary or similar role

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal software

Job description

Position: Legal Secretary – Private Client/Conveyancing
Location:Livingston

Pertemps are recruiting a Legal Secretary to join our client, a local law firm. The idea candidate will have experience working in with a legal firm and ideally exposure to Private Client or Conveyancing work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support
• Draft, format and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Maintain an organized filing system for case files and legal documents.
• Manage schedules, appointments and meetings.
• Communicate with clients, court officials, and other parties on behalf of the legal team.
• Handle incoming calls and correspondence efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with legal procedures and confidentiality standards

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role within a legal environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal software.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Knowledgeof Private Client or Conveyancing practice

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Company pension scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.