Legal Secretary
Stratford-upon-Avon (fully office based)
£22,000-24,000 p/a
Bell Cornwall Recruitment are delighted to be working with an established and fast paced law firm who are looking for a Legal Secretary within their Private Client team.
The Role:
To provide efficient administrative support and services to fee earning staff within the Wills & Probate Team and the wider Private Client Department, ensuring that the office runs smoothly and efficiently, enabling fee earners to focus on client work.
Duties and responsibilities of a Legal Secretary include (but are not limited to):
1. Typing and completing a range of tasks, as instructed, including via digital dictation.
2. Preparing engrossments, letters, and other matter-related documents.
3. Taking and making external and internal telephone calls, including the handling of external enquires, via telephone or email.
4. Document and file management, including the scanning of documents and post received on a regular basis.
5. Following instructions to assist in the production of documents such as wills, LPAs, and other legal documents as required.
The successful candidate will have:
6. Minimum 12 months of experience supporting in a fast-paced legal practice (private client desirable).
7. Exemplary telephone manner and ability to be proactive in helping fee earners.
8. Fantastic IT and typing skills.
9. Enthusiastic individual with a willingness to learn further and work hard.
10. Adaptable, flexible, and happy to cover another office if needed.
A fantastic opportunity for a law professional looking for their next challenge!