Legal Secretary

Life and Careers

Posted 11 days ago, valid for 7 days

Richmond, Surrey TW10 6QE

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

Join a growing modern law firm as a Legal Secretary, providing essential support to a team of lawyers.
The role requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar position and offers a salary of $50,000 to $60,000 per year.
Key responsibilities include diary management, file management, drafting documents, and assisting with risk assessments.
Candidates should possess advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills.
The firm promotes a people-first culture with opportunities for growth and offers excellent benefits along with hybrid, flexible working options.

Join this growing, modern lawfirm as a Legal Secretary where you will provide legal secretarial support to a team of lawyers. This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy team of legal support staff in a law firm that puts people first and where there is opportunity to grow with the firm.

Our client is looking for enthusiastic, dedicated people with relationships skills, client focus, openness and a positive approach to work.

Key responsibilities:

- Diary management and arranging meetings for clients.

- File management and drafting documents

- Assist with risk and compliance assessments

- Assist with accounts; billing and expenses

- Answer telephone and emails

- Some networking and marketing work

- General administrative ad hoc work

What we are looking for:

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint
Knowledge of legal terminology would be beneficial
Excellent communication, organisational and team skills
Excellent attention to detail
Flexible and dependable, able to take the initiative
Able to remain calm under pressure and work to tight deadlines
Able to quickly build confidence, respect and trust with others
Have a positive approach to daily tasks and have a solution focussed working method

Our client is seeking an individual who can demonstrate a team-focused mindset, and a passion for achieving the right outcome for the clients and the firm.

If you believe you meet these qualifications and are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply.

The firm offers excellent benefits and hybrid, flexible working.

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