Our Client is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their busy conveyancing department in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire.
They are a leading regional multi-services law firm offering legal advice to both individuals and businesses. Their dedicated legal professionals strive to achieve the very best for their clients ensuring that commitment and trust are core to who they are and what they do.
Purpose
To assist and support fee earners with secretarial and administrative duties.
Job Description
- Audio and copy typing all correspondence to include letters, legal forms (Oyez) and quotes
- Answer the telephone in a polite and efficient manner
- Undertake administrative duties such as photocopying, and updating client details.
- Filing correspondence and ensuring files are kept up to date
- Arranging appointments and dealing with clients
- Access and input data on to the firm's client case management system
- Work as part of a team with other secretarial colleagues, assisting with secretarial and telephone cover when required
- Handle all confidential information discreetly
The Candidate
- Proven experience working as a Legal Secretary
- Excellent technical skills which include a fast and accurate typing speed
- The ability to manage a busy workload with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines
- Good communication skills and a confident, friendly and outgoing manner both over the phone and in person
- Attention to detail
- A good working knowledge of Word is essential
Benefits
- 25 days holiday
- Auto-enrolment Pension scheme
- Enhanced sick pay
- Free eye tests
- Paid Flu vaccinations
- Discounted legal advice
- Staff introduction bonus
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.
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