Legal Secretary

Cathedral Appointments Ltd; Taunton; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm is seeking a proactive Legal Secretary in Wellington. The role includes providing administrative support to fee earners and involves handling client correspondence and office operations in a modern setting. This is an exciting opportunity for career growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £24,000 per annum

Opportunities for skill development

Varied tasks allowing for career growth

Modern office facilities in the heart of Wellington

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal or professional services environment preferred.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Office in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clerical and administrative support to fee earners.
• Handle correspondence, document production, and filing using Microsoft Office.
• Deliver high standard of client service both in person and via email.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

£24K DOE | Onsite | Wellington

A highly regarded and long-established law firm is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their supportive team in Wellington. This firm is renowned for delivering excellent client service and fostering a collaborative working environment. With a solid reputation in the region, they are committed to professional development and high standards across all departments.

Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a professional and proactive Legal Secretary to provide administrative and secretarial support to fee earners. The role also involves reception duties, requiring an individual who can balance multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional client service.

Responsibilities of the Legal Secretary include:

• Provide comprehensive clerical and administrative support to fee earners, including diary management and meeting arrangements
• Handle correspondence, document production, and filing using Microsoft Office and internal case management systems
• Deliver a high standard of client service both in person and via telephone/email, acting as a first point of contact
• Assist with general office operations including postal duties, maintaining stationery supplies, and reception cover

Requirements of the Legal Secretary include:

• Previous experience in a legal or professional services environment preferred
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel in a fast-paced environment
• A professional, courteous manner and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Package:

• Competitive salary of £24,000 per annum
• Supportive working environment with opportunities for skill development
• Involvement in varied tasks, allowing for career growth within a reputable firm
• Modern office facilities in the heart of Wellington

If you are a motivated Legal Secretary seeking a new challenge within a friendly and well-established firm, we want to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your career!

Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.

Recruitment Consultant: Amelia Luxton

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