Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary - Residential/Commercial Property

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• Location: York City Centre
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• Job Type: Full-Time
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• Salary: £29,460
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• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm with an hour lunch (Part Time considered)
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Are you an experienced Legal Secretary looking for a role in a company that truly values its staff, evidenced by incredibly low staff turnover and office dogs that add a touch of joy to the workplace?

We are excited to offer a position at a leading law firm that is seeking a Legal Secretary to support a commercial property Fee Earner due to expansion of workload.

Day-to-day of the role:

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• Document Preparation: Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
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• File Management: Maintain and organize client files, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and easily accessible.
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• Client Communication: Handle client inquiries, schedule appointments, and manage correspondence.
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• Diary Management: Manage calendars for solicitors, including scheduling meetings.
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• Audio Typing: Transcribe dictations and audio recordings accurately and efficiently.
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• Billing and Invoicing: Assist with the preparation of bills and invoices, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
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• Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support, including photocopying, filing, and data entry.
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• Legal Applications: Complete land registry applications and SDLT returns.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:

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• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably in commercial or residential property.
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• Preferred: Proficiency in audio typing with a high level of accuracy and speed.
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• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal practice management software.
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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
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• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
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• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently.
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Benefits:

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• Very Competitive salary.
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• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas off (not taken out of your allowance).
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• Pension scheme.
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• Opportunities for professional development.
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• Friendly and supportive work environment.
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