Legal Secretary

Michael Page (UK); Gillingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal firm in Kent is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary for a permanent position. Responsibilities include audio typing, managing client correspondence, and supporting administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will bring excellent typing skills and a proactive approach to meet the demands of a busy workload. We offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for career development and training.

Benefits

Access to ongoing training and development resources

Supportive and professional company culture

Long-term career opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Conveyancing Legal Secretary.
• Ability to manage a busy workload with minimal supervision.
• Confident, friendly and outgoing manner.

Responsibilities

• Audio and copy typing legal correspondence, forms, and quotes.
• Handle administrative tasks such as photocopying and updating client details.
• Manage the firm’s client case management system.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Fast and accurate typing speed

Tools

Word

Job description

• Work for one of Kents leading law firms
• Full time and part time hours available

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a well-established, award winning legal firm with offices across Kent. They are known for its commitment to providing excellent support and fostering a supportive work environment.

Job Description

• Audio and copy typing all correspondence to include letters, legal forms (Oyez) and quotes
• Answer the telephone in a polite and efficient manner
• Undertake administrative duties such as photocopying, and updating client details.
• Filing correspondence and ensuring files are kept up to date
• Arranging appointments and dealing with clients
• Access and input data on to the firm's client case management system
• Work as part of a team with other secretarial colleagues, assisting with secretarial and telephone cover when required
• Handle all confidential information discreetly

The Successful Applicant

A successful Legal Secretary should have:

• Proven experience working as a Conveyancing Legal Secretary
• Excellent technical skills which include a fast and accurate typing speed
• The ability to manage a busy workload with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines
• Good communication skills and a confident, friendly and outgoing manner both over the phone and in person
• Attention to detail
• A good working knowledge of Word is essential

What's on Offer

• Permanent position with long-term career opportunities.
• Supportive and professional company culture
• Access to ongoing training and development resources.