At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide administrative support to a Partner in a dynamic residential property team.
- Company: Join a highly regarded legal firm in Oxford with a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Full-time hours, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with the chance to develop valuable skills in a professional setting.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in law without needing prior legal experience.
- Qualifications: Experience as a secretary or assistant is a plus; strong organisational skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 32000 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for a secretary/assistant to join our highly regarded residential property team in Oxford.
The primary purpose of the role is to provide full administrative support for a Partner.
Whilst the role is suitably challenging, no previous legal experience is necessary; although previous experience as a secretary, personal assistant or administrative assistant may be an advantage.
This is a full time role - 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday.
Key Responsibilities
- Audio-typing
- Administrative support including: file opening, document production, filing/archiving, retrieval of files, photocopying, email management, cheque requests, and dealing with post
- Producing correspondence, enclosures, forms, and documents
- Arranging the scanning and photocopying of paperwork
- Attending clients and agents over the phone and in person to respond to enquiries
- Arranging meetings and other appointments
- Gathering information and updating the case management system
- Carrying out other duties and responsibilities as required Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes
- Previous experience within a secretary or assistant role for a property team desirable
- Excellent organisation capability with the ability to effectively prioritise
- Ability to work quickly, accurately, to deadlines and under pressure
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Contact Details:
Harwood Recruitment Solutions Limited Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Legal Secretary / Assistant
Communication Skills
Attention to Detail
Problem-Solving Skills
Adaptability
Time Management
Organisational Skills
Customer Service
