HR GO are currently looking for experienced Family or Conveyancing Legal Secretary seeking a new challenge with an award-winning solicitor in various locations within Kent.
Legal Secretaries play a vital role in the process as they carry out a variety of different tasks which contribute towards the smooth running and ultimate success of the project. The most important aspect of the Legal Secretary's role is to provide the Conveyancing or family Departments (or Solicitors/ Fee Earners) with support in the all legal aspects.
Job Description
To assist and support fee earners with legal secretarial and administrative duties.
The role includes but is not limited to the following:
Audio and copy typing all correspondence to include letters, legal forms (Oyez) and quotes
Answer the telephone in a polite and efficient manner
Undertake administrative duties such as photocopying and updating client details.
Filing correspondence and ensuring files are kept up to date.
Arranging appointments and dealing with clients.
Access and input data on to the firm's CRM.
Work as part of a team with other secretarial colleagues.
Handle all confidential information discreetly.
Drafting contracts
The Candidate
Proven experience working as a Legal Secretary- either Conveyancing Department or Family Department.
Excellent technical skills which include a fast and accurate typing speed.
The ability to manage a busy workload with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines
Good communication skills and a confident, friendly, and outgoing manner both over the phone and in person
Attention to detail
A good working knowledge of Word is essential