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.
1. Assist in the personal organisation of the Fee Earn...