A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join my clients team in their Chislehurst office.

Key Responsibilities:

- A willingness to learn to support the Fee Earner in the management of the secretarial workload, ensuring that the priorities of the department are met.-To support Fee Earners in the production of files by typing work as directed.-To support Fee Earners in the maintenance of files by effective file management.- Using Case Management/Ledger Systems Verifying client identification in accordance with company Laundering Policy Guidelines.- Opening Files issuing initial documentation/client care forms.- Reviewing files ready for archiving/closing files.- To assist Fee Earners in the management of case-load by dealing with file related queries either face to face or by telephone.- To ensure that clients are dealt with efficiently and politely and that appropriate legal matters are raised with the Fee Earner.- To assist in general office administration and in the locating of files when necessary.- To undertake photocopying when necessary.- To answer external/internal telephone calls efficiently and politely and take messages, as and when necessary.- To manage own and Fee Earner diary and update completions calendar.

Experience Required:

- Computer literate with good keyboard skills and a working knowledge of using software packages. (Essential)- Recent practical experience of using word processing packages (preferably Microsoft Word). (Essential)- Recent practical experience of working in an office environment. (Essential)- Practical experience of handling client enquiries both by telephone and face to face. (Essential)- Working knowledge of using photocopiers. (Essential)

- Practical experience of working in a legal office environment. (Desirable)- Experience of working in a networked Windows environment. (Desirable)- Demonstrates a commitment to personal development. (Desirable)

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.