Private Client Legal Secretary - Gravesend, United Kingdom - Martin Tolhurst Solicitors

Martin Tolhurst Solicitors

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Gravesend, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Private Client Legal Secretary to join our busy and successful award winning law firm in Kent.

Purpose

To assist and support fee earners with secretarial and administrative duties.

Job description

The role includes but is not limited to the following:

Audio and copy typing all correspondence to include letters, legal forms (Oyez) and quotes
Answer the telephone in a polite and efficient manner
Undertake administrative duties such as photocopying, and updating client details
Filing correspondence and ensuring files are kept up to date
Arranging appointments and dealing with clients
Access and input data on to the firm's case management system, Proclaim
Work as part of a team with other secretarial colleagues, assisting with secretarial and telephone cover when required
Handle all confidential information discreetly

Requirements:

Proven experience working as a Legal Secretary in Wills and Probate.
Excellent technical skills which include a fast and accurate typing speed (a Legal secretarial qualification is desirable)
The ability to manage a busy workload with mínimal supervision and meet tight deadlines
Good communication skills and a confident, friendly and outgoing manner both over the phone and in person
Attention to detail
A good working knowledge of Word is essential.
You will need to be dependable and flexible to business needs, as overtime may be required occasionally to include working weekends.

You will be based at our Gravesend office, working in a friendly expert team.

The firm runs an established case management system and is Lexcel Accredited.

Excellent salary and benefits.

Work remotely

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

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