Legal Secretary

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing law firm in North London seeks a skilled Legal Secretary to manage documentation, schedules, and communications. The ideal candidate will have legal secretarial experience, proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, and excellent organisational skills. Compensation ranges from £35,000 to £40,000 depending on experience. This role offers a supportive environment with a focus on excellence in service delivery.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a secretarial or administrative role within a law firm.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in preparing and reviewing documents.
• Confident and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive attitude with a focus on providing exceptional support.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence.
• Manage diaries, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings.
• Handle incoming and outgoing communications.
• Maintain accurate client records and organise case files efficiently.
• Assist with billing processes, preparing invoices and tracking payments.
• Provide administrative support for legal research and case preparation.
• Ensure compliance with office procedures and confidentiality requirements.
• Support the wider secretarial and business support team as needed.
• Dictation as required.

Skills

Secretarial experience in a law firm

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Organisational abilities

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

Overview

• Legal Secretary role North London
• Great opportunity to work for a small growing law firm in North London

About Our Client

The employer is a well-established organisation within the professional services industry, known for its commitment to delivering exceptional client support. As a small but very well established firm, they offer a supportive and professional working environment with a focus on excellence in service delivery.

Job Description

• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence to a high standard.
• Manage diaries, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings for legal professionals.
• Handle incoming and outgoing communications, including emails and telephone calls.
• Maintain accurate client records and organise case files efficiently.
• Assist with billing processes, including preparing invoices and tracking payments.
• Provide administrative support for legal research and case preparation.
• Ensure compliance with office procedures and confidentiality requirements.
• Support the wider secretarial and business support team as needed.
• Dictation as required

The Successful Applicant

A successful Legal Secretary should have:

• Proven experience in a secretarial or administrative role within a law firm
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities to manage competing priorities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in preparing and reviewing documents.
• Confident and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive attitude with a focus on providing exceptional support.

What\'s on Offer

• A competitive salary in the range of £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.

If you are an experienced Legal Secretary seeking a rewarding opportunity in London, we encourage you to apply today