Job Description
Commercial Legal Secretary
£30,000
Hybrid
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare, draft, and proofread legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant legal standards.
* Conduct legal research and gather necessary documents in support of ongoing cases and transactions.
* Maintain and organise files, both physical and electronic, ensuring that all documentation is updated and easily accessible.
* Manage client inquiries and liaise with clients, counsel, and other stakeholders professionally and efficiently.
* Assist in billing and invoicing processes, tracking billable hours and providing necessary reports to the finance department.
* Ensure that all compliance and regulatory requirements are met within deadlines.
* To ensure the confidentiality and security of all clients documentation.
* Maintain confidentiality at all times regarding sensitive information.
Qualifications:
* Minimum of 3 years experience
* Proven experience as a legal secretary, preferably within a commercial law setting.
* Familiarity with legal terminology, procedures, and documentation.
* Excellent typing skills with a high level of accuracy.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal management software.
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
* Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
This job description is not a definitive list or exhaustive list of responsibilities but identifies the key responsibilities. A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn.