Legal Secretary
- Salary: £25k - £30k dependent on experience
- Location: Buckinghamshire
- Job Type: Full-time or part time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary to join a well-established law firm in Buckinghamshire. The successful candidate will be part of the Private Client department, dealing with matters such as wealth management, wills, trusts, and probate.
Day to day of the role:
- Typing and preparing correspondence, documents, and forms with high accuracy.
- Managing matter files, including opening, updating, and closing, ensuring compliance.
- Preparing bills and handling billing processes.
- Corresponding with clients via email, phone, and face-to-face as directed by fee earners.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Organised with strong attention to detail.
- Competent in all MS Office packages.
- Experience with case management and dictation software is advantageous, with BigHand preferred (training can be provided).
- Good document preparation skills.
- Self-motivated, strong communicator, and able to work independently.
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday, increasing by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 30 (plus bank holidays).
- Contributory pension scheme – 3% contribution increasing to 5% after 2 years (employee contribution of 4%).
- On-site gym.
- Parking permit salary deduction scheme.
- A fun and friendly office environment with regular outings and social events.
This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to begin a career as a Legal Secretary or for law graduates aiming to progress towards becoming a successful Private Client Solicitor.
To apply for the Legal Secretary position, please submit your CV expressing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.