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Legal Secretary (Private Client) (446)

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Summary:

Cathedral Appointments has a fantastic opportunity for a Private Client Legal Secretary to join a well-established, reputable law firm based in Taunton. The successful candidate will support three fee earners within the Private Client Department. In order to be considered for this position, it is vital that you have previous legal secretarial experience and preferably previous experience within Private Client (although this is not essential).

 

Responsibilities include:

  • Undertaking general secretarial duties and supporting the fee earners in the team with their digital dictation and general administration.
  • Managing the electronic diaries of fee earners.
  • Assisting with Reception cover at lunchtime and in the event of an absence.
  • Undertaking a high quantity of typing work, whether that be audio or copy typing.
  • Maintaining client files to an impeccable standard.
  • Communicating with the firm’s clients over the telephone.

 

Requirements:

  • Previous Legal Secretarial experience (essential), and prior experience within the Private Client field (advantageous).
  • Evidence of prior experience in digital dictation and case management software.
  • Impeccable secretarial and typing skills and a strong attention to detail.
  • A flexible approach to work with the willingness to assist with typing on a remote basis when required.
  • An organised individual who can manage changing priorities and cope well under pressure.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

 

Package:

This role offers a competitive salary and good benefits. If you are an experienced Legal Secretary with some prior experience within the Private Client field, this role could be the perfect opportunity for you.

 

Recruitment Consultant: Sophia Damshenas.

 

Closing Date: All suitable candidates will be submitted as soon as received; our client reserves the right to appoint before the closing date.  Please note that due to the volume of applications, if you haven’t received a response within 5 days of applying, then unfortunately on this occasion you won’t have been successful. 

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