Junior Legal Secretary, London

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a busy and collaborative Development Sales team within a highly regarded law firm based in London.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, thrives on variety and takes pride in delivering a high level of support to both fee earners and clients.

The Role

You will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to a busy Development Sales team, assisting with a wide range of tasks to ensure the smooth running of matters from instruction through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing general administrative support including filing, scanning, printing and managing incoming post/couriers
• Preparing and sending completed documents and cover letters
• Supporting fee earners with file opening and onboarding processes
• Producing bills, handling invoices and assisting with completion monies
• Liaising with clients via telephone and email, taking messages and managing queries professionally
• Submitting searches through online search providers
• Maintaining accurate electronic and hard copy filing systems
• Assisting with shared inbox management and wider team support
• Providing cover for other secretaries within the team when required

About You

• Previous Legal Secretarial experience within a law firm environment
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy and varied workload
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach
• Confident communicator with strong client service skills
• Fast and accurate typing skills, including audio and copy typing experience
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also using initiative independently

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive bonus scheme
• Private healthcare through from day one
• Private dental cover
• 25 days holiday
• Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 5%
• Life assurance at 4x salary
• Enhanced maternity package after probation

This role would suit someone with at least 12 months experience in an administrative role, personable, adaptable and highly organised who enjoys being part of a supportive team environment.