AJ Chambers represents a top, well-known Regional law firm recruiting for a Family Legal Secretary to join their Cambridge office.
The Role:
* Prepare correspondence and documents through audiotyping and word processing.
* 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.
* Prepare mail and enclosures for dispatch.
* Arrange for all copying to be done, in person if the office assistant is not available to undertake the task.
* Make appointments, arrange meetings and to maintain an up to date diary for his/her principal.
* Prepare the conference room for meetings as necessary and for the tidying and clearance of the room at the end of the meeting.
* Provide refreshments when asked to do so.
* Provide support to other secretaries as required.
* Provide guidance to junior and temporary secretaries when required to do so.
* 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.
* Undertake any specific training when required to do so and overall to have a responsibility towards self-development.
* Ensure the confidentiality of all the firm's and clients documentation and information.
Prior Experience:
You will ideally have prior experience dealing with;
* Typing, filling, and dealing with clients
* Bundle preparation
* Audio-dictation and diary management
* Legal aid and experience using case management systems
For more information, please apply directly or contact Jess at AJ Chambers.