Based in Sittingbourne, Kent
Exciting opportunity for an experienced Commercial & Corporate Secretary to join a dynamic legal team.
The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support within the commercial and corporate law department, working closely with all team members in a proactive and flexible manner.
Knowledge and Experience:The ideal candidate will have:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role.
- Strong administrative and secretarial skills, preferably within commercial and corporate law.
- Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent communication and client service skills.
- The ability to manage multiple tasks and work efficiently under pressure.
- Provide administrative and secretarial support specific to commercial and corporate law.
- Learn and effectively utilize the CRM system.
- Finalize dictation accurately and promptly.
- Manage all aspects of file opening, progression, and closure.
- Assist with telephone calls and walk-in clients.
- Maintain a professional and helpful demeanor with clients and stakeholders.
- Communicate effectively to ensure swift and accurate progress on matters.
- Take ownership and accountability for the client experience.
- Proactively manage cases, ensuring no matter is left unattended for more than two weeks.
- Contribute to a collaborative, client-focused, and problem-solving work environment.
- Participate in personal and professional development, while assisting colleagues.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, referrers, estate agents, financial advisors, will writers, and other legal professionals.
- Promote a safe working environment by adhering to Health and Safety Regulations and identifying potential hazards.
- Demonstrate financial awareness and contribute to cost-saving measures.