Legal Secretary / Assistant - Private Client
Location: Witney
My client has an exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary / Assistant to join their highly regarded Private Client team in Witney.
Whilst the role is suitably challenging, previous Private Client experience is not essential; although a genuine interest in Wills, Powers of Attorney, Probate, and estate administration would be an advantage.
Key Responsibilities
* Administrative support including: file opening, document production, filing/archiving, retrieval of files, photocopying, email management, cheque requests, and dealing with post
* Drafting documents, using appropriate precedents and templates to accurately reflect fee earner instruction
* Audio-typing
* Typing standard and non-standard letters
* Attending clients over the phone and in person to respond to enquiries
* Arranging and scheduling meetings and other appointments
* Running monthly bills, diarising payments, and follow-up
* Carrying out other duties and responsibilities as required
Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes
1. Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant within a Private Client team would be desirable
2. Excellent organisation capability with the ability to effectively prioritise
3. Ability to work quickly, accurately, to deadlines...