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Our client, a lovely firm based in Chancery Lane has a vacancy for an experienced legal secretary/PA. You will be assisting two Partners in the Corporate Department and be reporting into the Head of Department.
The candidate should have experience in Corporate and Banking & Finance. They should also possess the following skills/attributes:
- excellent secretarial skills with accurate typing
- mid to advanced computer skills including Word, Excel and Powerpoint
- billing experience
- experience in a Corporate practice is essential
- Experience with document management systems and billing packages
- Excellent client service standards
- Ability to prioritise
- Ability to problem solve and use initiative
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- prepare, type, amend and proofread documents from dictation, manuscript and copy typing including letters, reports, legal documents (agreements etc), attendance notes, memos and emails
- to assist in effectively managing all incoming and outgoing communications
- diary management for some partners and senior associates when needed
- organisation of internal and external meetings including liaising with Reception to ensure rooms are booked and appropriate refreshments are ordered
- deal effectively and politely with clients and others calling into the department
- organising all aspects of annual trips to various conferences to include delegate passes, flights and accommodation and ensuring attendees have full details and tickets for the trip
- dealing with administration of Anti-Money Laundering procedures for new matters and clients
- production of bills and liaising with Accounts Department on finalising and sending out to clients
- Any other ad hoc duties reasonably required by the Corporate & Commercial Team
This a lovely opportunity in a friendly team.
Standard hours 9.00-5.30. This role is also working five days in the office. Generous salary offered £50,000 per annum.
