Legal Secretary - Eclectic Recruitment : Job Details

A reputable top legal 500 in Birmingham is working with Eclectic Recruitment looking for a Legal Secretary to support the department with secretarial and administrative support working in a fast-paced environment. Job Title: Legal SecretarySalary: £27000 - £30000 Location: Birmingham Job type: Full-time, permanent contractYou will be part of a supportive and collaborative working environment where your contributions will make a direct impact on client service and firm success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation, typing, and organisation of documents and correspondence
• Provide support to the fee earners and partners
• Handle the retrieval and management of documents from secure storage and follow procedures for sending originals.
• Respond to client needs and keep them updated as necessary.
• Manage incoming and outgoing communications, including post, emails, and fax transmissions.
• Schedule appointments, arrange meetings, and assist with diary management.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external requirements, such as Lexcel standards.
• Interact with clients in a professional and friendly manner, both in person and via telephone.
• Collaborate with team members and assist with work as needed, fostering a supportive and cooperative work environment.
• Work within administrative systems related to finance, time tracking, bill preparation, and correspondence.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all company and client information.
• Understand relevant legal procedures and company protocols.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience as a legal secretary/secretary, including the use of a digital dictation tool.
• Computer literacy, with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Able to type at 65 wpm on a regular basis.
• Excellent attention to detail, including spelling and punctuation.
• An ability to communicate effectively at all levels, to remain calm and respond well in pressurised situations.
• An ability to organise own work effectively and plan well to meet required deadlines.

Benefits:

• Pension Contribution
• Group Life Assurance
• Private Health Care Insurance
• Emotional Wellbeing Programme
• Charity Day

If this sounds like the right role for you please apply! For any enquiries or private confidential chat please contact Wanrak at Eclectic Recruitment.