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Legal Secretary

Reed
Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England

Contract type

Full Time

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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  • A renowned national law firm in Birmingham City Centre is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join their collaborative team.
  • The position offers a salary range of £27,000 to £30,000 and requires proven experience as a legal secretary.
  • Key responsibilities include providing typing, secretarial, and administrative support, managing client files, and maintaining diaries for managers.
  • Candidates should have strong computer literacy, excellent attention to detail, and effective communication skills.
  • This full-time, permanent role emphasizes a supportive work environment that values trust, innovation, and expertise.

Are you a skilled Legal Secretary looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real impact?

Join a renowned national law firm, celebrated for its deep expertise and strategic presence across the UK.The firm are committed to a one-team ethos, fostering a collaborative environment that values trust, innovation, and expertise.  They are recognised for delivering exceptional legal services and building long-standing relationships with clients by combining commercial acumen with thoughtful, tailored advice.This is your chance to support a team of top-tier law specialists, contributing to high-quality work that makes a real difference to our clients and communities. Imagine being part of a dynamic team where your skills are valued, and your contributions are recognised.

Location: Birmingham City CentreSalary: £27,000 - £30,000Monday to Friday (Full-time, permanent) – Office based

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:•    Provide typing, secretarial, and administrative support to the team.•    Assist with digital dictation and administrative tasks across the company in line with our workflow ethic.•    Transcribe and prepare correspondence and documents through audiotyping and word processing, using company precedents where appropriate.•    Manage the case management system, including storing documents electronically and organising them by relevant matters.•    Handle administrative routines such as scanning, faxing, printing, and photocopying.•    Manage client/matter files efficiently, including file opening, preparation of client care letters, file closure, and archiving.•    Make appointments, arrange meetings, and maintain diaries for managers/fee earners, including providing refreshments as necessary.•    Attend to clients both in person and on the telephone, providing support in a professional and friendly manner.•    Ensure confidentiality of all the company’s and clients’ information.•    Work flexibly as part of the wider support team, cooperating with peers to maintain a cooperative team environment. 

Required Skills & Qualifications:•    Proven experience as a legal secretary, including the use of digital dictation tools.•    Strong computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.•    Excellent attention to detail, including spelling and punctuation.•    Effective communication skills at all levels, with the ability to remain calm in pressurized situations.•    Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.•    Problem-solving attitude and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.•    Basic knowledge of fee-earners' work within a professional organisation. 

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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.