Job Description
A distinguished law firm, highly regarded and recognised in the Legal 500, is currently seeking a proficient Legal Secretary to join their growing Private Client team based in their Wokingham Office.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Provide administrative and secretarial assistance.
- Ensure lawyers can dedicate time to legal matters while maintaining excellent client service.
- Offer opportunities to undertake supervised junior-level fee earning tasks.
- Transcribe digital dictations for comprehensive typing services.
- Manage file opening and invoicing procedures.
- Handle correspondence via phone, mail, fax, and email.
- Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word and other relevant software.
- Manage schedules and arrange appointments.
- Draft and prepare necessary documents.
- Promptly address client queries and concerns.
- Assist in conducting research.
- Support Fee Earners with caseload and take on supervised junior-level fee earning tasks.
- Perform filing duties and general clerical tasks.
We're seeking a candidate with a blend of IT proficiency and superb typing skills, showcasing exceptional administrative and organizational talents, keen attention to detail, and adept communication abilities, including a polished telephone manner. They should inherently be collaborative, able to work autonomously and flourish in a dynamic, forward-thinking work environment. Prior experience as a legal secretary, particularly in a Private Client setting, is strongly desired.
This role offers an optimal setting for a committed individual to progress their career in a flexible environment, joining a flourishing and encouraging firm poised for expansion and success.
This opportunity is being represented by R & B Global Consultants, on behalf of the un-named law firm. Further details of the role can be discussed by contacting Rob Tempest on: 07852 199506 or rob@randbglobalconsultants.co.uk