Legal Secretary

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

Job summary

A respected legal firm in Essex is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to provide high-level support to their Private Client team. The role involves managing diaries, transcription of legal documents, and handling client communications. Candidates should have prior experience in a similar position and proficiency in Microsoft Office, among other skills. The package includes a competitive salary up to £28,000, holiday entitlement, and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Holiday entitlement

Company pension scheme

Christmas shut down

Birthday day off

Bupa cash plan

On-site or reimbursed parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Legal Secretary role, ideally within Private Client.
• Excellent secretarial and typing skills.
• Strong telephone manner and interpersonal communication skills.

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.

Skills

Legal Secretary experience

Secretarial skills

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

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 £28,000 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)