Legal Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading law firm in Livingston is seeking a proactive Legal Secretary to support their team. The role involves managing schedules, drafting legal documents, and ensuring compliance with legal procedures. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role and knowledge of Private Client or Conveyancing work.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role within a legal environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Experience as a Legal Secretary

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of Private Client or Conveyancing practice

Tools

Legal software

Job description

• Provide comprehensive administrative support

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.