Legal Secretary

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Legal Secretary to support the legal team in East London. You will manage correspondence, schedule appointments, prepare documents, and maintain client files with confidentiality and professionalism.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years' experience as a Legal Secretary, a recognized secretarial qualification or equivalent, and proficiency in MS Office. A hybrid work arrangement and a collaborative office environment are offered.

Qualifications

• A recognized secretarial qualification or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Legal Secretary.
• Proficiency in legal terminology, document formatting, and office software (e.g., MS Office Suite).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and organize legal documentation, files, and databases.
• Draft, proofread, and format legal correspondence, pleadings, and other documents.
• Schedule client appointments, court dates, and internal meetings.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, and email communications.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys, including travel arrangements and expense reporting.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all aspects of work.

Skills

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Secretarial qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and efficient Legal Secretary to provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to their legal team in East London. This role is essential for the smooth operation of the practice, involving managing correspondence, scheduling appointments, preparing legal documents, and maintaining client files. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and a strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures. You will work closely with attorneys and paralegals, contributing to effective client service and practice management within a supportive office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and organize legal documentation, files, and databases.
• Draft, proofread, and format legal correspondence, pleadings, and other documents.
• Schedule client appointments, court dates, and internal meetings.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, and email communications.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys, including travel arrangements and expense reporting.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all aspects of work.

Requirements

• A recognized secretarial qualification or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Legal Secretary.
• Proficiency in legal terminology, document formatting, and office software (e.g., MS Office Suite).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Hybrid work arrangement for improved work-life balance.
• A friendly and professional working environment in East London.
• Exposure to various areas of legal practice.