Legal Secretary Private Client - Ideal Personnel and Recruitment Solutions : Job Details

Our client has a vacancy for an experienced Legal Secretary. This role will assist the Private Client teams, however there will be an expectation that other teams will also be supported as required. The role is full-time, office based, 9am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.

You will need previous Private Client Legal Secretarial experience within a law firm.

· The ability to manage own case load where this is required.

• The ability to effectively manage client correspondence including drafting letters, emails and legal documents as required. Therefore, good drafting and proof-reading skills are essential.
• Assist with file management, organising client documents and maintaining accurate records.
• Intermediate to advanced IT and online systems ability (Microsoft Office, legal industry specific document management systems, online portals/datarooms etc.)
• Commercial, practical and financial awareness.
• Confidence and ability to communicate at senior levels.
• Excellent interpersonal and marketing skills with the ability to develop contacts for the team and the firm.
• Team player able to fit into a friendly, busy team.
• Good negotiation skills and organisational ability.
• Ability to work to deadlines and under the pressure that comes with private client work.

Driving license is essential

Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.