JDR Recruitment are recruiting a legal secretary for our client in Preston PR1
Location: Preston PR1
Salary: £24,000 per annum
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm,
We are also considering part time applicants for this position
Contract type: Permanent
The Role:
1. Providing full secretarial support to solicitors and other fee earners
2. Scanning incoming post, saving to relevant case folders and emailing the same to the fee earners.
3. Serve as front of house, answering phone calls and providing brief updates to agents etc
4. Creating quotes on the online quote portal
5. Opening, maintaining, and closing client files in accordance with firm procedures
6. Onboarding clients using e-cos and following electronic ID checks
7. Inputting Memorandum of Sale data received from Estate Agents onto case management system
8. Ordering searches.
9. Issuing mortgage offers to clients.
10. Supporting the wider team with general administrative duties as needed
Experience / Skills Required:
11. Strong typing and document production skills
12. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
13. High level of accuracy and attention to detail
14. Ability to prioritise tasks and manage deadlines effectively
15. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and legal case management system
16. Professional, discreet, and client-focused approach
We are interviewing immediately with an immediate start available.
To apply please submit your CV online.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.