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My Client are seeking a talented Legal Secretary to become a vital part of their award-winning conveyancing team at their Tonbridge office.
Key Duties
路 To ensure the smooth flow of documents and correspondence in and out of the
路 Department.
路 To type legal documents either from hand-written notes or by transcribing digital
路 dictation.
路 Scan, email and fax correspondence and documents as required.
路 Undertake file management including opening and closing files and filing all relevant
documents.
路 Photocopying including preparing trial bundles.
路 Answer the telephone, routine calls and taking new enquiries and messages.
路 Manage the Fee Earners diary, organising internal and external meetings.
路 It is expected that, in accordance with business needs, you will provide support to
other secretaries in your department or across the firm by picking up work or
covering at times when your work load is light or your usual fee earner is away from
the office for whatever reason or at times of urgent business need.
路 Any other reasonable duties assigned from time to time.
Skills Required
路 Excellent IT skills in particular Word. Basic Powerpoint and Excel would also be
useful as would experience in working with a Practice Management System.
路 Telephone skills.
Personal Skills Required
路 Interest in legal matters and understanding of the need for confidentiality.
路 A well-organised, careful, conscientious approach.
路 Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
路 Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines, planning time and priorities.
路 Clear speaking and writing.
路 Good grammar and grasp of the English language - spelling, punctuation and
sentence construction.
路 Enjoy contact with others, good social skills including tact, patience, understanding
and persuasiveness
路 Smart appearance
Qualifications/education required
路 Good standard of general education, especially English.
路 Numerate and literate
路 Word processing skills/qualification.
路 Training as a legal secretary or relevant qualification.
If you are looking for a role that combines professional growth with a supportive work environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Please do apply now for immediate consideration!
