Job Title: Legal Secretary
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Location: St Albans
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5:15pm
Company Profile
We have an exciting opportunity to join our client in the professional services industry. They are looking for a switched on, proactive Legal Secretary to join their team. If you have previous experience in a similar role and are looking for a new challenge at a company who values their employee's, please apply today!
Skills Required
* Previous experience at a law firm is desirable
* Fantastic communication skills
* Able to work off own initiative
* Quick learner and able to pick up new systems
* Fast and accurate keyboard skills
* Ability to work under pressure and towards deadlines
* Smart and professional
Responsibilities
* Answer phone calls and assist clients when the lawyer is unavailable, including meeting walk‑in clients, addressing queries, and taking messages.
* Manage client files by opening/closing them, performing money laundering checks, and updating records.
* Maintain lawyers' schedules, organise meetings, and handle outgoing mail and emails.
* Perform typing tasks, draft standard letters/forms, and manage documents, including deeds.
* Coordinate with the accounts team for financial tasks, including cheque management and using the peppermint system.
* Input client information into case management systems and perform general administrative tasks like photocopying and file archiving.
* Ensure office organisation, report IT issues, and assist with secretarial and telephone cover as needed.
Additional Information
* Holiday: 25 days + bank
* Pension scheme
* Parking on site
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Health cashback
* Career progression and training
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