Legal Secretary

One to One Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice in Essex is looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Private Client team. The role involves providing high-level secretarial support, managing diaries, and handling client interactions. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in a legal environment, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers a competitive salary up to GBP28,000 and various benefits including holiday entitlement and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Holiday entitlement

Company pension scheme

Birthday day off

On-site or reimbursed parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Legal Secretary role.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Professional and reliable attitude.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-level secretarial and administrative support to the Private Client team.
• Transcription of legal documentation and correspondence.
• Managing diaries and scheduling appointments.

Skills

Previous experience in a Legal Secretary role (ideally within Private Client)

Excellent secretarial and typing skills

Strong telephone manner and interpersonal communication skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Good organisational and time management abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Job description

Our client, an award-winning legal practice in Essex, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Private Client team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a highly respected firm known for its supportive and friendly environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing high-level secretarial and administrative support to the Private Client team
• Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and maintaining calendars
• Transcription of legal documentation and correspondence
• Handling incoming calls and providing excellent client service
• File and document management
• Supporting fee earners with day-to-day administrative tasks

Skills and Experience Required:

• Previous experience in a Legal Secretary role (ideally within Private Client)
• Excellent secretarial and typing skills
• Strong telephone manner and interpersonal communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organisational and time management abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Outlook Calendar
• Ability to work to deadlines in a busy legal environment
• Professional, reliable, and flexible attitude

The Package:

• Competitive salary up to GBP28,000 depending on experience
• Holiday entitlement
• Company pension scheme
• Christmas shut down
• Birthday day off
• Bupa cash plan
• On-site or reimbursed parking

Hours: 9.00am - 5.30pm, Monday Friday (flexible working options available)