Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant

Your new company
Are you an experienced Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant looking to join a friendly, established law firm where you can become a valued member of the team?We are recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded law firm based on the Wirral for an experienced Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant to provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support across a varied caseload.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience within a legal environment who enjoys a busy, varied role and takes pride in providing a professional and organised support service.You will work across areas including Family Law, Probate and Personal Injury, making this particularly suited to someone who enjoys variety rather than supporting one specific area of law.

Your new role
The position is offered full time. Monday to Friday and fully based on site. You will be joining a small and supportive team who offer career opportunities.
Some of your duties will include but not limited to
Providing day-to-day secretarial and administrative support to fee earners
Preparing, formatting and amending legal documents and correspondence
Audio and copy typing
Managing diaries, appointments and meetings
Handling incoming telephone calls and dealing professionally with client enquiries
Opening, maintaining and closing client files
Liaising with clients, courts and other third parties
Preparing documentation and correspondence relating to Family Law, Probate and Personal Injury matters
Maintaining accurate electronic and paper-based records
Supporting fee earners with the smooth progression of cases
Ensuring confidential and sensitive information is handled appropriately
Providing general administrative support across the wider office when required

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to come from a legal secretary / legal assistant background and possess the following in order to be considered for the role.
Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant or Legal Administrator
Experience working within a law firm or legal environment
Strong typing and document production skills
Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
Confident written and verbal communication skills
The ability to prioritise a varied workload and work to deadlines
A professional and approachable manner when dealing with clients
Good IT skills and experience using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
Experience in Family Law, Probate and/or Personal Injury would be particularly advantageous.

What you'll get in return
Friendly and supportive environment
Free parking
Progression opportunities

What you need to do now

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