- Annual Salary: £22,500 - £25,000
- Location: Wadebridge
- Job Type: Full-time (36.25 hours per week)
My client is seeking a dedicated Legal Secretary to join their team. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised and has a keen interest in the legal field. The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of administrative and clerical tasks to support legal proceedings, enhance office effectiveness, and communicate with clients.
Day-to-day of the role:- Typing and filing legal documents to ensure they are accurate and well-organised.
- Keeping all legal and client records up to date.
- Managing diary and scheduling to ensure efficient time management.
- Handling phone calls, taking messages, and ensuring all communications are recorded and appropriately distributed.
- Preparing necessary paperwork and court forms for legal proceedings.
- Conducting thorough legal research to assist with case preparation.
- Experience with dictation and audio typing
- Liaising with clients to maintain good relations and ensure they are informed of case progress.
- Attending court and police stations as required to assist lawyers.
- Managing and submitting expenses for legal processes and travel.
- Proven experience as a legal secretary or similar administrative role.
- Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols.
- Excellent typing skills and proficiency in using office software such as MS Office.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Attention to detail and professional discretion.
- Competitive annual salary ranging from £22,500 to £25,000.
- Full-time position with 36.25 working hours per week.
- 28 days holiday including bank holidays.