Overview
Legal Secretary Jobs in Birmingham, England, UK at Eclectic Recruitment
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 Secretary
Salary: £27000 – £30000
Location:
Birmingham
Job type:
Full-time, permanent contract
You 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
Title: Legal Secretary
Company: Eclectic Recruitment
Location: Birmingham, England, UK
Category: Administrative/Clerical, Law/Legal