Legal Secretary – Commercial Property Department
Our client, a reputable firm, is looking for a Legal Secretary to support the Commercial Property Department in Coventry. The successful candidate will provide secretarial support and assistance to expert legal personnel within a friendly and supportive team environment.
Essential Qualifications
* Experience working within the Legal Sector
* Experience as a Legal Assistant or Secretary
* Proven audiotyping experience
* Understanding of commercial property processes
* Knowledge of MS Office and Case Management Systems
* Excellent communication skills (written & verbal)
* Strong organisational skills
* High attention to detail
Key Responsibilities
* Audio and copy typing, emailing, photocopying, filing of letters, emails and documents
* Completing forms and drafting documents
* Operating electronic search systems and submitting applications to the Land Registry and HMRC
* Running files on a case management system and following file procedures
* Updating file checklists
* Dealing with Money Laundering procedures including scanning client ID, electronic verification and identification within office procedures
* Producing completion statements
* Producing invoices and dealing with accounting
* Undertaking in‑house training and development
* Speaking to clients and professional contacts, personally and by telephone, answering queries, giving information and making appointments
* Covering reception as required
* Providing commercial conveyancing secretarial administration, assistance and support
Salary & Working Hours
Salary is £24,000 – £26,000 per annum, dependent on experience. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9 am – 5 pm with a 1‑hour lunch.
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