Legal Secretary (Private Client)

LR Legal Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Cranleigh is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support their Private Client department. The successful candidate will provide essential secretarial assistance to fee earners, ensuring smooth client transactions. Required skills include audio transcription and advanced IT proficiency. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professional team in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within Private Client.
• Strong and efficient secretarial and administrative skills with fast, accurate typing.
• Excellent audio transcription skills.

Responsibilities

• Production of accurate and timely documents and correspondence via audio dictation.
• Maintenance of comprehensive and well-organised client files.
• Liaison with clients and third parties both in person and over the phone.

Skills

Legal Secretary experience

Audio transcription skills

IT literacy

Organisational skills

Interpersonal abilities

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Digital audio software

Case management systems

Job description

Legal Secretary (Private Client)

27k - 30k

Cranleigh (GU6) Office-based

We are working on behalf of a well-established Surrey-based law firm who are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their busy Private Client department. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a professional and supportive team where your secretarial and administrative skills will be highly valued.

The successful candidate will provide full secretarial support to three fee earners, assisting with their day-to-day work to ensure the smooth running of client transactions. A high level of professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production of accurate and timely documents and correspondence via audio dictation and digital transcription.
• Maintenance of comprehensive and well-organised client files.
• Liaison with clients and third parties both in person and over the telephone, always delivering exceptional client service.
• Assistance with reception duties including meeting and greeting clients and arranging meeting room bookings.
• Supporting the wider departmental work cycle to ensure efficiency and excellent client care.

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within Private Client.
• Strong and efficient secretarial and administrative skills with fast, accurate typing.
• Excellent audio transcription skills.
• IT literacy including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and digital audio software.
• High level of attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• A friendly, professional attitude with the ability to work well within a team.
• Experience of using case management systems would be an advantage.

This role offers the chance to join a respected and client-focused law firm, where your contribution will directly support the success of the department.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Matthew Heard for a confidential discussion.

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LR Legal Recruitment is operating as an Employment Agency in respect of this vacancy.