Owen Reed is looking to recruit a Legal Secretary in Real Estate Debt Finance to join a top law firm in London. The Legal Sec will perform a variety of secretarial and administrative duties for attorneys to whom assigned according toestablished policies and procedures. Maintains positive contact with clients, attorneys and staff andobserves confidentiality of client matters.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented and changed as necessary.)The Legal Secretary must have the ability to communicate effectively, establish good working relationships and anticipate the needs of the attorneys, demonstrating excellent attention to detail and ahigh level of confidentiality and professionalism. Must be a resourceful team-player who can work in aprogressive, fast-paced environment with competing demands, while remaining flexible, proactive and efficient.
1. Utilises the Firm’s computer systems and software applications.
2. Follows the Firm’s document processing methods and procedures, creates, spell checks, edits andproofreads work product to ensure accuracy and completeness.
3. Transcribes from handwritten materials and (if applicable) dictation.
4. Establishes and maintains calendar and deadline reminder systems.
5. Organises and prioritises telephone calls, mail, documents and projects.
6. Deal with incoming/outgoing mail as appropriate.
7. Schedules and organises activities such as meetings, conferen...