Legal Secretary

Avocet Legal Careers has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary to join the Private Client team at a renowned law firm in Bournemouth. This role presents an ideal chance for a skilled professional to provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the firm's Private Client Lawyers, contributing to the efficient progression of a diverse caseload. Legal Secretary Responsibilities:

• Audio typing and word processing via digital dictation methods.
• Efficient management of databases, records, filing systems, and opening/closing of files.
• Sorting, scanning, and allocating post to matters, cross-referencing important details.
• Communicating with clients via telephone and email, answering queries, and providing information.
• Liaising with relevant third parties, such as providers, agents, and other solicitors.
• Fee Earner and Partner's diary management.
• Handling financial matters, such as completing posting slips, transferring monies, and adding disbursements to the ledger.
• Assisting in the training of staff, including new starters and trainees.
• Undertaking associated administrative tasks as required.

Legal Secretary Requirements

• Legal secretarial experience within Private Client law, with a typing speed of approximately 60 WPM or above or a recent Law Graduate with relevant experience and transferable skills (may be considered).
• Previous experience in drafting documents, compliance administration, and document management.
• Experience with digital dictation systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and appropriate computer skills.
• Working knowledge of Case Management and paperless Systems and processes.
• Ability to juggle conflicting priorities and work to deadlines.
• Effective organisational and communication skills.

• Competitive salary from GBP24,000+ (pro-rated for part-time) based on skills, qualifications, and experience.
• Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, with a 1-hour lunch break (35 hours per week).
• Part-time hours: 21 hours per week over 3 days (Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM with a 1-hour lunch break).
• 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time) and half a day for your birthday.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Health cash plan.
• Buy and Sell holiday scheme.
• Flexi-time scheme (after probation).

If you are a dedicated and experienced Legal Secretary seeking a rewarding role in a prestigious Bournemouth-based law firm, please contact Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers to discuss this exciting opportunity further.