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Paralegal / Legal Secretary - Up to £32,000 plus excellent benefits

Futures Recruitment Ltd
Posted 9 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Basingstoke, Hampshire RG22 4UY

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The company is seeking a Paralegal/Legal Secretary with at least 3 years of experience in a legal firm.
  • The role involves managing diaries, liaising with clients, and supporting the team with administrative tasks.
  • Responsibilities include document creation, billing processes, and involvement in business development activities.
  • Candidates should possess excellent knowledge of legal terminology, proficiency in MS Office, and strong communication skills.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, reflecting the candidate's experience and expertise.

Are you a Paralegal/Legal Secretary with a strong background in legal administration and a passion for providing exceptional support, then we want to hear from you!

Our award-winning client, a thriving legal company who are going through an exciting period of growth, is seeking a dedicated, highly organised and skilled individual to join them as a Paralegal/Legal Secretary. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious, enthusiastic, professional and focussed Assistant to support a successful and fun team. The team provides expert legal advice and assistance to their clients throughout their journey. As part of this team, you will be an ambassador for them, helping us to maintain their reputation for excellence.

• You’ll be ensuring the team is organised by managing diaries and liaising with clients.• You’ll support the team in file opening and closing process, including issuing engagement papers alongside general administration.• You’ll be creating documents and correspondence.• You’ll be involved with business development activities and will work with marketing department.• You’ll be involved in the billing and payment process - preparing invoices, completion statements, and financial statements.• You’ll be responsible for ordering official copies and property searches, filling in Stamp Duty Land Tax returns and submitting Land Registry applicationsRequirements:• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary/PA at senior level (ideally 3+ years in a Legal firm)• Excellent knowledge of legal terminology and documentation• Proficiency in MS Office and legal software• Highly organised and able to prioritise with strong communication skills• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively• Fast and accurate typing skills of 60 wpm with dictation experience• Commercial property secretarial experience would be good - gained as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, or Paralegal.

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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.