Legal Secretary

JR United Kingdom; Taunton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Commercial Property team is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to provide comprehensive administrative support. The role involves scheduling, document preparation, correspondence handling, and assisting in property-related research. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational skills and legal software proficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar Secretarial role.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to a team of solicitors.
• Prepare and format legal documents.
• Manage the team billing process.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Tools

MS Office Suite

Legal Practice Management Software

Job description

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A great opportunity for an experienced and motivated Legal Secretary to join a leading Commercial Property team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to a team of solicitors, ensuring the smooth running of the department and contributing to the overall success of the team.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support to a team of solicitors by scheduling appointments and coordinating meetings.
• Prepare and format legal documents.
• Maintain and organise files, both electronic and hard copy, ensuring all documents are up to date and easily accessible.
• Handle correspondence, including emails and phone calls, responding to inquiries as appropriate and directing them to the relevant team member.
• Conduct initial research on property-related matters and assist in due diligence processes.
• Manage the team billing process.
• Support the team in various administrative tasks.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a similar Secretarial role
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and legal practice management software.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in work.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• A pro-active approach to problem-solving and a strong sense of initiative.