Legal Secretary

2i Recruit Ltd

Posted 7 days ago, valid for 12 days

Reigate, Surrey RH2 9JZ, England

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The position is for a Legal Secretary in Reigate, offering essential administrative support in a law office.
Candidates should have previous experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within Private Client, and possess strong organizational skills.
The role requires confidentiality, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities include preparing documents, managing appointments, and providing front-of-house support to clients and visitors.
The salary for this position is competitive, and candidates should have at least 1-2 years of relevant experience.

This is a great opportunity for a Legal Secretary based in Reigate working for our established client. The ideal legal secretary will provide essential administrative support and ensure the smooth operation the Law office. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment are crucial. Confidentiality and excellent communication skills are essential for interacting with clients and legal professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare documents and support with a range of duties which will include daily filing and the opening, closing, storage and retrieval of confidential documentation.
Prepare mail and enclosures for dispatch and arrange for all copying to be done in person.
Make appointments, arrange meetings and maintain an up-to-date diary for the team
Prepare meeting rooms as necessary
Provide front of house duties to visitors both in person and on the telephone and to provide such support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with standards of professionalism
Undertake any specific training when required to do so
Undertake on-line form filling requirements
Operate the in house database/system
Maintain or improve on the current standards of document presentation
Consider improvements to the efficiency of the department.
Undertake other duties as from time to time required

Experience and Skills Requirements:

Good IT skills in relevant packages
Previous experience as a Legal Secretary preferably within Private Client
High level of accuracy

Communicate professionally with clients both on the phone and personally
Provides good customer care
Demonstrates a pro-active approach to work and clients
Progresses client matters with minimal supervision
Demonstrates ability and willingness to work to deadlines, to cope under pressure, use initiative, prioritise workloads effectively and work as part of a team.
Demonstrates a positive attitude.

If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.

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