Our client is looking for a skilled Legal Secretary – Legal Assistant to join their reputable Private Client team. The role will provide essential secretarial and administrative support to at least two Fee Earners, ensuring exceptional service for clients.
Requirements
* Experience in a Private Client Department or relevant legal qualifications
* Secretarial experience in a Law Firm
* Strong communication skills
* Fast and accurate typing, and the ability to multitask, prioritise and stay calm under pressure
About the Firm
Our client is a distinguished law firm, ranked in the Top 500 and holding numerous prestigious accreditations. With a rich history spanning two centuries, the firm has a strong presence as a premier law firm in the Hertfordshire and London regions, with a dedicated team of over 100 professionals.
Responsibilities
* Follow the Team Leader’s guidance to take client instructions and move cases forward, including drafting Wills, Powers of Attorney and handling Estate and Trust administration
* Ensure all work sent to clients and others is properly prepared according to the firm’s standards and the Team Leader’s instructions
* Maintain an assigned caseload: organise files, manage time recording and accounting
* Bill matters on time, maintain a proper level of work‑in‑progress and collect and pay disbursements according to professional rules; ensure all client money is accounted for and transfer funds to the office account when necessary
* Open and close client files, including performing online money laundering checks
* Track Lawyers’ diaries and schedule appointments
* Assist with typing tasks for fee earners
Benefits
* Health cash plan
* Generous holiday allowance with option to buy and sell
* Pension options
* Death in service cover
* Firm‑wide bonus scheme
* Employee assistance programme
In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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