I'm currently recruiting for a well established law firm based in Basingstoke who is recruitment for Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant to join there fast paced and supportive team, this position is a 9 - 12 month maternity cover and will be supporting The Head of Department (Litigation) and the Associate Solicitor - Employment. Daily duties will include -
- Providing secretarial assistance to fee earners, to enable them to work efficiently. This includes a wide range of tasks, in particular;
- preparing documents and correspondence, including preparing mail and enclosures.
- typing letters and other legal documents (utilising dictation software)
- photocopying and filing;
- opening and closing matter files;
- handling telephone and other queries from clients and others including taking initial enquiries.
- taking telephone messages; and
- making appointments and managing diaries.
- General support for other Departments when necessary (eg in the event of sickness, absence on holiday cover or pressure of work)
- Post cover where necessary
- Liaising with Office Administrator regarding photocopying requirements and, where necessary (ie due to absence or workload of Office Junior) to carry out photocopying
- Working in tandem with other staff in the Department
- Reception cover where necessary
- Any other duties as reasonably directed by the Directors
Please apply asap, this is a great opportunity to work for an expanding Law firm, within a supportive team environment, offering excellent benefits and competitive salary.