Secretary

Secretary

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly organised Secretary to join a busy Probate Department within a well-established and supportive law firm. In this varied and rewarding role, you will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to fee earners, helping to ensure the efficient management of files and the delivery of exceptional client service.

Benefits for Secretary

• Salary: competitive
• Team Building: Corporate volunteering, wellbeing events, office treat days, colleague of the month awards, and festive celebrations
• Professional Development: Structured, supported, and funded training opportunities
• Bonus Scheme: Based on eligibility criteria
• Health & Wellbeing Benefits
• Legal Services Discounts (eligibility applies)
• Enhanced Annual Leave and Long Service Awards
• Cycle to Work Scheme (eligibility applies)

Responsibilities for Secretary

• Prepare legal documents and correspondence
• Provide full secretarial and administrative assistance to fee earners
• Manage diaries and schedule appointments
• Prepare financial records and assist with the distribution of funds
• Liaise professionally with clients and handle telephone enquiries
• Maintain document and file management systems
• Contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the department

Qualifications for Secretary

• Minimum 2+ years secretarial experience xwzovoh across any professional service sector
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with legal case management systems would be beneficial(e.g., Partners for Windows) desirable
• Dictation experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability
• Client-focused, professional and approachable
• Confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

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