Our client is looking for a Legal Administrator
Client Details
A leading law firm
Description
- Preparing correspondence and legal documents from digital dictation;
- Answering calls, taking messages and helping clients visiting the office;
- Maintaining diaries and arranging appointments;
- File management, both hard copy and soft copy using client management software;
- Opening and closing files and sending documents to central depository for storage;
- Assisting with Anti-Money Laundering checks using provided systems;
- General administrative duties including photocopying, scanning of documents, filing etc;
- Providing cover for reception services if required;
- Preparation of fees and associated administration;
- Office based.
Profile
- Demonstrated experience of working as a legal secretary/administrator within a Private Client legal environment in the production of relevant documents preferred, but training can be given;
- Communication skills that demonstrate professional and polished conduct with clients, partners and employees;
- Excellent IT skills including full MS Packages especially Word and Excel;
- Audio and copy typing speed of at least 60wpm;
- Working knowledge and confidence in using office equipment such as photocopiers, scanners, etc;
- Ability to work with, and willingness to take direction from various levels of legal staff from partner to trainee;
- Pleasant telephone manner and ability to field telephone call and assist clients with their queries.
Job Offer
A competitive salary, great benefits