Legal Secretary: Private Client & Conveyancing

TMJ Legal Services Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional firm of solicitors is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Wingate office. The successful candidate will provide essential administrative and secretarial support to various legal departments. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, managing communications, and maintaining accurate records. Applicants must have at least a year of experience in a similar role, possess excellent typing and IT skills, and maintain a professional demeanor. Flexible working hours are available with a salary to be agreed based on experience.

Qualifications

• One year’s previous experience as a legal secretary essential.
• Private client and/or conveyancing experience preferred but not essential.
• Excellent typing and IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Organised and methodical approach with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and proofread correspondence and legal documents.
• Answer phone calls and manage email communications.
• Schedule appointments and manage diaries.
• Assist with billing, time recording, and other administrative tasks.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with legal procedures.

Skills

Digital dictation

Audio typing

Excellent typing skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Professional verbal communication

Professional written communication

Attention to detail

Job description

A regional firm of solicitors is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their Wingate office. The successful candidate will provide essential administrative and secretarial support to various legal departments. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, managing communications, and maintaining accurate records. Applicants must have at least a year of experience in a similar role, possess excellent typing and IT skills, and maintain a professional demeanor. Flexible working hours are available with a salary to be agreed based on experience.