Legal Secretary - Tate Hitchin : Job Details

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to cover a temporary assignment for approx. 2 to 3 weeks, maybe longer.

This is for a Hitchin based practice.

Working hours Monday to Friday: 9.00am to 5.30pm - part time hours will also be considered for 20 to 25 hours a week.

Assisting the conveyancing team mainly but other work maybe required.

Office based - Free Parking!

Duties will include:

• Audio typing, sending out letters, emails, etc.
• Preparing and drafting documents (from audio dictation).
• Photocopying, printing, scanning & organising couriers.
• Opening & closing files.
• Taking internal and external telephone queries, responding as appropriate and/or ensuring that all messages are passed on in a timely manner.
• Monitoring post and/or emails and dealing with as appropriate.
• Dealing with basic queries and general administration.
• Preparing bills and assisting with the billing process by liaising with the fee earner and accounts department as required.
• Requesting cheques, bank transfers and paying in money received, as appropriate.
• Providing reception cover from time to time.
• Preparing and amending documents such as lease extensions, deeds, completion statements and Land Registry forms, using the Land Registry portal

Person Specification:

• Legal secretarial experience is essential - conveyancing experience would be ideal.
• Team player - with good communication skills.
• Accurate typing skills.

Benefits include:

Weekly pay

Holiday pay

Access the Tate Awards Scheme - including store discounts

Free parking.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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