Our client based in Havering are looking to recruit an experienced Legal Secretary / Team Assistant to join their property litigation team on a permanent basis. To be considered for this role, you would need to be a competent and confident Property Litigation / Conveyancing Legal Secretary with excellent communication skills, a typing speed of 60wpm+ and experience of digital dictation and managing busy diaries. If this sounds like you, then please read on….
As Legal Secretary / Team Assistant you will be responsible for: -
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Carrying out all necessary conflict, money laundering and ID checks.
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A range of administrative duties including data entry, completion of forms, managing diaries and travel, expenses, research, drafting of documentation, booking of events, meeting preparation and more.
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Liaising with other areas of the business such as the accounts and marketing teams.
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Providing Audio typing (Bighand) and copy typing as required.
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Liaising with clients and third parties as instructed by Lawyers.
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Attending to clients, delivering documentation as and when required.
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Providing reception cover when needed.
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Dealing with new business enquiries, following up on enquiries and providing accurate record keeping.
What you will need: -
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Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Packages, Bighand, Oyez.
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To be self-motivated with a “can do” flexible approach.
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The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
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A proactive approach and able to take ownership of issues and offer solutions.
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Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral).
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To be a strong team player who can work on own initiative.
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Knowledge of P4W (Partners for Windows) would be a distinct advantage.
What is in it for you: -
Our client is offering a salary of up to £30,000pa alongside a wealth of great company benefits which includes parking, private health insurance, 25 days holiday and lots more!
The working hours for this role are Monday to Friday 9.00am – 5.00pm, however our client is also open to considering part-time candidates.
If you have the relevant skills and experience for this position we would very much like to hear from you
