Job Description

Legal Secretary

We are looking for a talented Legal Secretary to join our small friendly Firm based in Bath, with an ethos of giving a truly bespoke and caring service to their clients.

As an experienced Secretary, you will provide secretarial services to 3 fee earners within the firm, along with assistance to and from 3 support staff.

Audio typing, preparing and amending letters; emails; invoices; legal documents; etc in the following fields: -
?Wills & Probate;
? Court of Protection;
? Conveyancing (minimal)

Making and receiving telephone calls Making initial appointments and dealing with queries Dealing with clients both in person and on the telephone and assisting clients in the absence the Fee Earner Photocopying, filing and general office duties including opening files and preparing completed file storage. Ensuring electronic and/or paper files are updated to maintain an accurate and accessible document. Template and Document creation using Case Management System (Insight Legal) Ensuring Client and Contact Databases are updated. Assisting other staff members; liaising and assisting as appropriate Liaising with Accounts Manager to obtain cheques, arrange bank transfers, etc., as necessary. Liaising with the Office Manager regarding stationery; archiving; document safe storage, etc. Arranging regular Team Meetings (with Agenda) - liaising with colleagues Providing reception /telephone answering cover when required Opening and scanning the post
What you will need to succeed:

Previous experience working for a legal practice. Fast, accurate audio typing Working knowledge of Phillips Transcriber (or similar audio); Microsoft Office - Word & Excel; Oyez Forms; Case Management System (Insight Legal) Accurate presentation of letters and documentation, with attention to detail Confident and engaging telephone manner and ability to deal with clients. Ability to deal with clients, intermediaries, and other contacts. Use of the IT systems in the office
What you will receive in return:

Monday to Friday - 9am to 5pm Salary 28,000 (Depending on Experience) Holiday 30 + 8 Bank holiday
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person