At a Glance
- Tasks: Support legal professionals with admin tasks and gain hands-on experience in a busy law firm.
- Company: Respected law firm in Spalding with a friendly and supportive team.
- Benefits: Full training, competitive salary, pension, holiday entitlement, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Welcoming environment with ongoing support for your professional development.
- Why this job: Kickstart your legal career with no prior experience needed and learn from the best.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills, organisational abilities, and a positive attitude are essential.
The predicted salary is between 23850 - 29150 £ per year.
Location: Spalding, Lincolnshire (on-site)
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
Our client, a well-established and highly respected law firm based in Spalding, is seeking a Trainee Legal Secretary to join their friendly and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a long-term career within the legal sector. No previous legal experience is required, as full training will be provided. If you are organised, eager to learn and have excellent communication skills, this could be the perfect role for you.
The Role
As a Trainee Legal Secretary, you will work closely with experienced legal professionals, providing administrative and secretarial support while gaining valuable hands-on experience in a busy legal environment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing legal correspondence and documents.
- Audio and copy typing.
- Answering telephone calls and assisting clients in a professional manner.
- Managing diaries and arranging appointments.
- Opening, maintaining and closing client files.
- Filing, scanning and general administrative duties.
- Liaising with clients, courts and other professional organisations.
- Supporting solicitors and other members of the legal team with day-to-day administration.
The Ideal Candidate
Our client is looking for someone who:
- Has excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Possesses strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Is confident using Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook and Excel.
- Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
- Can work well independently as well as part of a team.
- Presents themselves professionally and has excellent customer service skills.
- Holds GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Maths (preferred).
What's on Offer
- Full training and ongoing support.
- The opportunity to establish a long-term career within a reputable legal practice.
- A welcoming and supportive working environment.
- Competitive salary.
- Workplace pension and holiday entitlement.
- Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Apply Today
If you're looking to take your first step into the legal profession, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV for consideration, or contact Natalie Dwan at LJ Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
Trainee Legal Secretary in Spalding employer: LJ Recruitment
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