A well-established and respected law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary to join their busy Leatherhead office. This position offers the opportunity to work within a professional and supportive environment, providing high-quality administrative and secretarial support to a specialist team.
The Role
As Legal Secretary, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the Private Client department. You will act as a trusted support to Fee Earners, helping to manage workflows, maintain organisation and deliver an exceptional client experience.
Company Benefits:
Key Responsibilities:
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Drafting, formatting and amending legal documentation and correspondence from dictation and written instructions
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Managing complex diaries, scheduling appointments and coordinating meetings
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Handling incoming calls and enquiries, responding where appropriate and directing messages efficiently
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Opening new client matters, carrying out compliance checks and maintaining accurate electronic and paper records
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Liaising with clients, third parties and internal departments in a professional manner
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Assisting with the preparation of legal forms and online submissions
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Ensuring all documents meet firm presentation standards before distribution
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Supporting billing processes, including preparing invoices and assisting with time recording queries
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Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion
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Contributing to the smooth operation of the team by assisting colleagues when required
Experience and Skills Requirements:
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Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Private Client or a similar practice area
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Strong typing and document production skills with excellent attention to detail
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Confident using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
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Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities
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Calm and professional when working to tight deadlines
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Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
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A proactive and dependable team player who takes ownership of their workload
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Empathetic and personable, with the ability to deal sensitively with clients
If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted
