Job Description
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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