Legal Secretary

Time Appointments; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their friendly team. This role involves preparing legal documents, maintaining files, and handling correspondence in a dynamic work environment that encourages professional growth. Candidates should be proactive, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a legal secretary or paralegal.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong accuracy skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Preparing various legal documents.
• Organising and maintaining legal files and documents.
• Monitoring deadlines regarding client affairs.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactivity

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Time Appointments are excited to be working on behalf of a leading law firm in the area, who are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary, to join their friendly team. Our client offers a challenging and rewarding work environment where you can contribute your expertise and grow professionally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing various legal documents
• Organising and maintaining legal files and documents
• Audio , digital and copy typing.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence
• Monitoring deadlines in respect of client affairs and notifying relevant fee earners
• Maintaining client files.
• General and routine office duties, such as photocopying and filing, both electronically and physically

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience as a legal secretary or Paralegal
• Proficient in MS Office packages
• Experience working within a similar department and prepared to hit the ground running
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong accuracy skills and attention to detail
• Candidates must be positive, proactive, and friendly