Legal Secretary - Start Now

Location: Central Cheltenham

Job Type: 12 Month FTC

Salary: Competitive

My client is seeking a proactive and highly organised Legal Support Assistant to join their Commercial Team. This pivotal role involves working closely with the Head of the Commercial Team and an Equity Partner, providing comprehensive business support to Partners and fee earners.

Day to Day of the Role:

Manage the file opening process for the team, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.

Serve as the first point of contact for clients, delivering exceptional service.

Act as the primary support for administrative and business needs of fee earners, proactively anticipating the team’s requirements.

Assist with the preparation of financial transactions as needed.

Draft and format various legal documents, letters, and forms with precision.

Prepare correspondence and documents through audio typing and word processing.

Manage the diaries of allocated fee earners, coordinating schedules and meetings effectively.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Experience within a legal or professional services environment.

Strong background in legal administration.

Proficiency in case management systems.

Client-facing experience with excellent customer service skills.

Broad knowledge of administrative tasks in legal practices.

Proficient IT skills in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, Zoom, etc.

Exceptional attention to detail in all aspects of work.

Strong communication and organisational skills.

Benefits:

Scottish Widows Pension Scheme.

Support staff bonus scheme.

Electric vehicle scheme.

27 days annual leave plus public holidays.

Access to Happy People / Perks at Work benefits portal.

Cycle to Work scheme.

Life Assurance.

Contribution towards gym membership.

Flu vaccinations.