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Legal Secretary

Reed
Posted 7 days ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP190FL, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The job is for a Legal Secretary at a well-established law firm in Buckinghamshire with a salary range of £25k - £30k depending on experience.
  • The role involves working in the Private Client department, handling tasks related to wealth management, wills, trusts, and probate.
  • Candidates should be organized, detail-oriented, and competent in MS Office, with experience in case management software being advantageous.
  • The position offers benefits such as 25 days of holiday, a contributory pension scheme, and a fun office environment with regular social events.
  • This role is suitable for those starting their career as a Legal Secretary or law graduates aspiring to become Private Client Solicitors.
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.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.