A new opportunityhas arisen to join a leading legal team at one of their offices located in Bishop Auckland. Our clients has built a strong reputation for their professionalism and high quality services, and are now looking to appoint a
Legal Secretary
to provide further support to the department. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established business, who pride themselves on their transparent service. This role would suit a strong administrator who can provide key support to lawyers and legal execs.
Duties as a Legal Secretary:
- Communicating with clients and third parties on all levels
- Handling correspondence and documentation
- Managing diaries and scheduling meetings
- Handling queries and passing onto the relevant individuals
- Opening client files and drafting documents
- Updating the case management system
- Drafting transactional documentation
- Maintaining accurate records
- Carrying out suitable research
- Audio typing
- General ad-hoc duties relevant to the post
Skills:
- Experience working in a legal environment
- Good knowledge of systems including Microsoft office
- Excellent communication skills on all levels
- A keen eye for detail
- Strong organisational skills
- Audio and copy typing experience (desirable)
- Have the ability to manage your workload with great efficiency and effectiveness
To be successful as a Legal Secretary you will be a proactive individual with the ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong time-management skills. In return you will receive up to £25,000 per annum, working Monday to Friday.
**This is a great opportunity to join a professional team!
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