LEGAL SECRETARY
We are delighted to be recruiting for a full-time experienced Legal Secretary to join one of Surrey's longest standing and highly regarded legal practices. The purpose of the role is to provide secretarial and administrative support to a busy Fee Earner within the Probate/Wills department. Salary c.£30K depending on experience
* Audio typing via digital dictation
* Opening and maintaining legal files
* Document handling including filing, copying, and engrossing Wills, Powers of Attorney, and other originals (binding as required)
* Handling client communications - both over the telephone and in person when covering for the fee earner
* Efficient diary management and appointment scheduling for your fee earner
* Preparing the boardroom for client meetings and firm gatherings
* Organising and preparing outgoing mail
* Supporting the wider office team with ad-hoc duties as required
As a Legal Secretary you will need,
* Previous legal secretarial experience (ideally within probate/wills however any legal experience considered)
* A polite, professional manner with clients and colleagues alike
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Outlook and fast and accurate audio typing skills
* Any experience using Leap Case Management system useful but not essential as full training will be provided
* Excellent attention to detail along with excellent organisational skills
* A proactive and flexible approach to work
Hours 9am-5pm Monday to Friday, 1 hour lunch
This is a super opportunity for you to be part of a professional, friendly and supportive team within the Probate/Wills department.
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