Legal Secretary – Commercial
Worksop, S80
£25,000 - £26,000
Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
Looking for someone to start as soon as possible
Description
We are currently recruiting for a Legal Secretary experienced in Commercial on behalf of a well-established law firm. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised individual to join a reputable legal practice in a key support role.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality administrative and secretarial assistance to fee earners.
This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth day to day running of legal operations, including the preparation of legal documents, management of case files, and professional client communication.
Responsibilities
Drafting and Amending preparing initial drafts of commercial contracts, board minutes, and resolutions from templates
Managing complex document revisions using software to compare versions of lengthy agreements
Producing documents from digital dictation or handwritten notes (e.g., meeting minutes or file notes)
Managing the signing process, including preparing execution versions of deeds and organising signatures
Assisting with Companies House filings (in the UK) or SEC filings, and maintaining statutory registers
Handling procedures, including collecting ID and verifying the source of funds for new corporate entities
Preparing monthly pro-forma invoices, tracking disbursements (like court fees or travel) and liaising with the accounts department
Managing a strict diary of limitation dates, court deadlines and contract renewal dates
Person Specification
Prior experience within the Commercial sector
High-speed and accurate audio typing skills
Confidence using digital dictation systems and case management software
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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