We are currently recruiting for a Legal Secretary for an 8 month fixed term contract to join an award winning firm in Manchester City Centre.
Successful candidate will be expected to do the following:
Provide an effective and flexible secretarial service to lawyers in the team to ensure it functions effieciently in a manner which meets its objectives and the ongoing needs of the firm. Will be expected to become familiar with the teams various client matters and provide support and assistance to other members of the secretarial team when required.
Duties will include but not be limited to,
- Type correspondence and documents from audi/copy as required
- Copy and distribute documents ensuring they reach their destination
- Carry out opening and closing files when required
- Carry our archiving when required
- Draft Correspondence; prepare standard documentation including bills and any other financial forms or documentation
- Maintain database
Candidate Requirements
- Proficient in word, digital dictation, Excel, Outlook and any other in-house systems in use throughout the firm
- Proficient in diary management
- Able to produce accurate and well presented typewritten work
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to work as part of a team
- Able to use initiative
- Able to take and pass on accurate messages
- Proven experience working in a legal environment
For more information please contact [email protected]