Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary to join a well-established legal practice, offering a wide range of legal services to individuals and businesses alike.As a Legal Secretary, you will provide secretarial and administrative assistance to solicitors within the Public Family team, helping to manage legal documentation, case files and client correspondence.This is a full-time office-based role offering a salary range of £23,000 - £29,000 and benefits. You will be responsible for:Providing day-to-day secretarial and administrative support to solicitors within the Public Family department.Audio and copy typing legal documents, reports and correspondence.Preparing legal documentation, including Legal Aid applications, Part 25 applications and attendance notes.Supporting Legal Aid billing and cost recovery activities.Compiling court bundles and maintaining accurate case documentation.Opening and updating client files in line with Lexcel, GDPR and anti-money laundering requirements.Handling telephone calls, correspondence, diaries, appointments and court deadlines.What we are looking forPrevious experience in a Legal secretarial role, or in a similar role .Typing speed of at least 50 words per minute, with strong document production skills.Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and case management systems.Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.Shift:Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:30pmCandidates from the following backgrounds will be ..... full job details .....