We are delighted to be working in partnership with our client based in Inverness who are looking to recruit a Legal Secretary on a full time, permanent basis. As part of this hugely successful Private Client Department, you will be responsible for a wide variety of private client work. As part of a busy and supportive team, will be receive training and brilliant support. Your main responsibilities will include: Preparing correspondence and legal documents from digital dictation Answering calls, taking messages and helping clients visiting the office Maintaining diaries and arranging appointments File management, both hard copy and soft copy using client management software Opening and closing files and sending documents to central depository for storage Assisting with Anti-Money Laundering checks using provided systems General administrative duties including photocopying, scanning of documents, filing etc Providing cover for reception services if required Preparation of fees and associated administration To be considered for this opportunity, we are looking for the following: Experience of working as a Legal Secretary / Administrator within a Private Client legal environment Strong communication skills with a professional approach when dealing with clients, partners and colleagues Excellent IT skills including full MS Packages Working knowledge and confidence in using office equipment such as photocopiers, scanners, etc; Ability to work with, and willingness to take direction from various levels of legal staff from partner to trainee Pleasant telephone manner and ability to field telephone call and assist clients with their queries You must be supportive, approachable, good team player and willing to undertake other duties in the office when required Committed to providing a first-class service at all times Natural positive and proactive attitude Reward Excellent starting salary which will be discussed at time of application Generous holiday allowance Excellent training and a clear career path Pension Flexible working upon request Life Assurance Various incentives and rewards This is an office based role Next Steps For further information, please apply by emailing your CV to Utopian Recruitment ASAP. Our client is looking to interview and recruit these positions as soon as possible. To keep up to date with current opportunities be sure to follow the Utopian Professional Recruitment page on LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Whilst Utopian Professional Recruitment strives to get in touch with all our applicants, it isn’t always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 5 working days after sending us your CV unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this position. Equal Opportunities Utopian Professional Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age.