Our client has a permanent, full-time vacancy for a Legal Secretary to be part of their Wills and probate team.
We would like you to have previous legal office experience, along with excellent time management skills and a professional, attentive & empathetic telephone manner.
You must have precise typing skills and an accurate presentation of work. Attention to detail and excellent time management skills are essential for this very busy position. A methodical approach to work, which needs to be completed under strict deadlines, are also vital for this role. Previous experience in a Private Client environment is desirable.
The main duties of this role will include the following -
Provide effective secretarial and administration support to the Trusts & Estates Fee Earners. Undertake administrative matters to adequate standards of accuracy and efficiency under the supervision of the Partners and Fee Earners.
* General secretarial and reception duties
* Taking all new business enquiries, recording these & completing the necessary administration to open files
* Support the team in an administration role with the case management system, filing, photocopying and scanning
* Process instructions relating to Estate Administration work in accordance with established procedures of both good practice and the firm’s quality system.
* Assist in the personal organisation of the Fee Earner through the operation of a diary management system, booking and making client a...