We are delighted to be working on behalf of a highly regarded legal practice based in Bury St Edmunds who are currently seeking to appoint an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced egal Secretary to work for a business that prides themselves on their excellent reputation.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
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Preparation, checking and proof reading of correspondence on behalf of fee earners
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Typing and completing legal forms, setting up documents
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Taking telephone calls and taking accurate messages
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Diary management for fee earners and arranging appointments
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Monitoring deadlines in respect of client affairs and notifying the relevant fee earner
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Assisting clients on the telephone and in person in respect of the handling of their matter
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Maintaining client files.
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General and routine office duties, such as photocopying and filing
Skills & Experience:
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Proven Legal Secretarial experience gained from a professional law firm, ideally Private Client however not essential
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal
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Audio typing skills
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Excellent computer skills, particularly using Microsoft Office, document management and legal document production software
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Organised with a flexible approach to work
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Exceptional problem-solving abilities
