Private Client Legal Secretary

Description:

Time Appointments are delighted to be working on behalf of a highly regarded legal practice based in Felixstowe, who are currently seeking to appoint an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Legal Secretary to work for a business that prides themselves on their excellent reputation.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

* Preparation, checking and proof reading of correspondence on behalf of fee earners

* Typing and completing legal forms, setting up documents

* Taking telephone calls and taking accurate messages

* Diary management for fee earners and arranging appointments

* Monitoring deadlines in respect of client affairs and notifying the relevant fee earner

* Assisting clients on the telephone and in person in respect of the handling of their matter

* Maintaining client files.

* General and routine office duties, such as photocopying and filing

Skills & Experience:

* Proven Private Client Legal Secretarial experience gained from a professional law firm

* Knowledge of Wills & Probate

* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal

* Strong attention to detail and accuracy

* Excellent computer skills, particularly using Microsoft Office, document management and legal document production software

* Organised with a flexible approach to work

* Exceptional problem-solving abilities

* Audio typing skills (desirable)