Legal Secretary Private Client

IDEAL PERSONNEL; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to support Private Client teams in a dynamic legal environment. This role requires a proactive individual with previous experience in a law firm, adept at managing client correspondence and drafting legal documents. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, strong organizational abilities, and a knack for working under pressure. Join a friendly, busy team where your contributions will be valued and have a direct impact on client service. If you thrive in a collaborative atmosphere and are ready to take on new challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Previous Private Client Legal Secretarial experience is essential.
• Ability to manage own case load and client correspondence effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist Private Client teams and manage client correspondence.
• Organize client documents and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Legal Secretarial Experience

Drafting Skills

Proof-reading Skills

Client Correspondence Management

File Management

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation Skills

Organizational Ability

Time Management

Commercial Awareness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal Document Management Systems

Online Portals/Datarooms

Job description

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Position: Legal Secretary
Type: Full time, Permanent
Location: Northampton
Ref No: IPRS7229
Salary: Competitive

Our client has a vacancy for a Legal Secretary. This role will assist the Private Client teams, however, there will be an expectation that other teams will also be supported as required. You will need previous Private Client Legal Secretarial experience within a law firm.

1. The ability to manage own case load where this is required.
2. The ability to effectively manage client correspondence including drafting letters, emails and legal documents as required. Therefore, good drafting and proof-reading skills are essential.
3. Assist with file management, organising client documents and maintaining accurate records.
4. Intermediate to advanced IT and online systems ability (Microsoft Office, legal industry specific document management systems, online portals/datarooms, etc.)
5. Commercial, practical and financial awareness.
6. Confidence and ability to communicate at senior levels.
7. Excellent interpersonal and marketing skills with the ability to develop contacts for the team and the firm.
8. Team player able to fit into a friendly, busy team.
9. Good negotiation skills and organisational ability.
10. Ability to work to deadlines and under the pressure that comes with private client work.

Due to the large number of responses we receive, it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.