Job Title: Legal Secretary
Location: Birmingham
Hours: 9.15 am to 5.15 pm, Monday to Friday (office based)
Salary: £37,000 per annum
About Our Client:
Join a dynamic and growing Private Client Department within a reputable organisation! Our client is dedicated to providing outstanding service to their clients, and they are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to be a vital part of their collaborative team. You will work alongside 10 talented individuals led by the Head of Department.
Responsibilities:
As a Legal Secretary, you will:
Provide full secretarial support to fee earners, including diary management and document preparation
Handle dictation typing, preparing correspondence, documents, and forms
Assist in the administration of wills, probate, and trusts, ensuring compliance with legal processes
Manage correspondence, filing, and maintaining client records
Respond to telephone and email enquiries from clients and external partiesOur Ideal Candidate (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):
Proven 1-2 years' experience as a Legal Secretary within a Private Client department
Excellent typing skills with the ability to accurately process legal documents from various dictation sources
Strong organisational and time-management skills, adept at prioritising a busy workload
Good telephone manner, accurately taking messages from clients
Proficient IT skills and ability to quickly learn new systems
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
High attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Experience with Tikit or similar case management systems is desirable
How to apply:
If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a team that values collaboration and excellence, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a member of the team will be in touch. Let's make a difference together!
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