Are you an experienced Legal Secretary looking to join a collaborative and professional law firm where your contribution is truly valued?
We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Legal Secretary to provide first-class secretarial and administrative support to a team of fee earners. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive environment, working alongside an established secretarial team in a varied and fast-paced role.
The Role
You'll be responsible for a broad range of secretarial and administrative duties, including:
- Diary management and travel coordination
- Document production, formatting and PDF editing
- Preparing correspondence and legal documents
- Managing telephone and conference calls
- Processing expenses and invoices
- Monitoring fee earners' inboxes during absences
- Assisting with client and matter opening procedures
- Supporting billing and time-recording processes
- Maintaining CRM and contact databases
- Proofreading and amending documents
- Booking meetings, meeting rooms and catering
- Providing general administrative support as required
About You
To be successful, you will have:
- Previous Legal Secretary experience within a law firm
- Strong document production and proofreading skills
- Excellent typing speed and accuracy
- Experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- A proactive, flexible and team-focused approach
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Experience with legal systems such as InTapp, Elite or similar would be advantageous
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working (Monday from home, Tuesday to Friday in the office)
- 35-hour working week (9:30am to 5:30pm)
- Friendly and supportive team environment
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary seeking a varied role with excellent benefits, a positive culture, and genuine work-life balance in a prestigious legal environment.
Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion
Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.
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Legal Secretary in London employer: Ryder Reid Legal Ltd Careers
Ryder Reid Legal is an exceptional employer for LPC/SQE1 graduates, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters professional growth and development within the legal sector. With a focus on placing paralegals in prestigious US and international law firms, employees benefit from diverse practice areas and a supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. Located in a vibrant legal hub, our team enjoys access to networking opportunities and resources that enhance their career trajectories.
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