Our client, a medium sized law firm based in Chancery Lane need a Corporate Legal Secretary 12 month FTC to support a busy Partner and a team of fee earners.
- Production of documents and correspondence in line with the firm's style guide.
- Open files for new clients, create red flag report and create terms of business and client engagement letter.
- Management and preparation of new client take on procedures.
- Ensure both electronic and paper based filing up to date for the Corporate fee earners. To file documents and correspondence in date order; maintaining files in good order.
- Manage monthly billing and invoicing in line with firm guidelines.
- Assist clients on the phone where able and take messages when required.
- Attend to administration duties such as expense claims and cheque requisitions.
- Make appointments, book meeting rooms and extensive diary management.
- Keep both electronic and paper based filing up to date.
- Photocopying, scanning and collating of documents and briefs.
- General administration support as required by the partner/fee earners.
- Work as part of the corporate team and assist other secretaries where required.
- Assist with other duties or responsibilities as directed by the firm.
In order to secure the role you will need the following:
- Experience in a Corporate practice is essential
- Minimum typing speed of 65 wpm
- Advanced Microsoft Word
- Experience with document management systems and billing packages
- Excellent client service standards
- Ability to prioritise
- Ability to problem solve and use initiative
Experience with iManage, Aderant and Bighand would be advantageous
Salary is up to £51K and the role is 5 days in the office. 12 month FTC initially but may well extend.