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We are seeking a legal secretary to work in our property department – predominately residential but may, from time to time, be required to assist in our commercial property department. Whilst experience is preferred, training can be provided.
1Required qualifications, skills and experience
1.2Proficiency with Word and Outlook.
1.3Good typing speed (at least 70 wpm).
1.4Excellent typing accuracy.
1.5Good spelling and punctuation.
1.6Good general attention to detail.
1.7Familiarity with layout of relevant legal documents.
1.8Sound work management and organisational skills.
1.9The ability to apply common sense in handling competing priorities.
1.10A pleasant telephone manner.
2Role
2.1The prime role of the legal secretary is to provide direct support to his/her Principal to enable the Principal to operate at optimum efficiency. This will include but will not be limited to the main responsibilities given below. The legal secretary is expected to use a high degree of self-management and initiative.
3Brief summary of main responsibilities
3.1To prepare correspondence and documents through audio-typing and word processing.
3.2To administer filing which will include daily filing and the opening, closing, storage and retrieval of client files in accordance with the detailed procedures contained in the Office Manual.
3.3To prepare mail and enclosures for despatch.
3.4To arrange for all copying to be done.
3.5To make appointments, arrange meetings and to maintain an up-to-date diary for his/her Principal.
3.6To answer incoming telephone calls.
3.7To provide support to other secretaries as required.
3.8To provide guidance to junior and temporary secretaries when required to do so.
3.9To attend clients both in person and on the telephone and to provide such support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the firm’s standards for client care.
3.10To undertake any specific training when required to do so and overall to have a responsibility towards self-development.
3.11To ensure the confidentiality of all the firm’s and client’s documentation and information.
4Specific requirements
4.1To assist, as necessary, with the firm’s daily banking and with the operation of Barclays Internet Banking.
Salary - competitve/dependant on experience
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Legal
* Industries
Legal Services
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