Summary:
Our client is looking to recruit a Legal Secretary to join the team of a forward thinking, well-established local law firm. Based in a beautiful Exeter location, you will carry out tasks which provide both secretarial and administrative support to the relevant fee earners. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year’s experience gained within private practice.
What will you be doing as a Legal Secretary?
- Undertaking a high quantity of typing work, whether that be audio or copy typing.
- Providing general administrative support to the fee earners.
- Administering to the fee earner’s diaries and schedules.
- Communicating with the firm’s clients over the telephone.
- Making appointments and arranging meetings.
- Maintaining client files to an impeccable standard.
- Undertaking the maintenance of daily filing.
Skills/Qualifications of a Legal Secretary:
- A minimum of 1 years’ experience working as a Legal Secretary within any sector of practice.
- Experience of audio/copy typing, preferably with minimum speeds of 60wpm.
- Impeccable communication skills and strong attention to detail.
- A highly self-motivated and driven individual who can keep themselves incredibly organised.
- Sound IT skills including the use of MS Office programs such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
The Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Generous holiday allowance
- Access to a Company Pension scheme
- WPA Health Membership and benefits
- Perkbox discount card
- Annual and 6 month development reviews
- Supervision (lawyers)
- Annual salary review
- Training & development programmes
Ref: 7993
Recruitment Consultant: Sophia Damshenas