Legal Secretary

TN United Kingdom; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established law firm is seeking a dedicated Legal Secretary to support their Private Client team in Stratford-upon-Avon. This role involves providing essential administrative support, including document preparation, telephone communication, and file management, ensuring the office operates smoothly. The ideal candidate will possess strong IT and typing skills, along with a proactive attitude and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a law professional eager to take on their next challenge and contribute to a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience in a fast-paced legal practice.
• Exemplary telephone manner and proactive support skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Wills & Probate Team.
• Manage document and file management tasks efficiently.

Skills

IT Skills

Typing Skills

Telephone Communication

Document Management

Job description

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Stratford-upon-Avon (fully office based)

Bell Cornwall Recruitment are delighted to be working with an established and fast paced law firm who are looking for a Legal Secretary within their Private Client team.

The Role:

To provide efficient administrative support and services to fee earning staff within the Wills & Probate Team and the wider Private Client Department, ensuring that the office runs smoothly and efficiently, enabling fee earners to focus on client work.

Duties and responsibilities of a Legal Secretary include (but are not limited to):

• Typing and completing a range of tasks, as instructed, including via digital dictation.
• Preparing engrossments, letters, and other matter-related documents.
• Taking and making external and internal telephone calls, including the handling of external enquires, via telephone or email.
• Document and file management, including the scanning of documents and post received on a regular basis.
• Following instructions to assist in the production of documents such as wills, LPAs, and other legal documents as required.

The successful candidate will have:

• Minimum 12 months of experience supporting in a fast-paced legal practice (private client desirable).
• Exemplary telephone manner and ability to be proactive in helping fee earners.
• Fantastic IT and typing skills.
• Enthusiastic individual with a willingness to learn further and work hard.
• Adaptable, flexible, and happy to cover another office if needed.

A fantastic opportunity for a law professional looking for their next challenge!