Legal Secretary

Salary 45000, Legal Secretary - City - £45,000 Hybrid working, 09:30-17:30 Wise May are looking for a Legal Secretary to join our client, a personable and progressive law firm based in the City. This is a great opportunity to join the friendly team who reward hard work. Duties to include: Manage diaries, ensuring they are up to date and reminding lawyers of meetings etc. on a daily basis Arrange meetings, book conference rooms, refreshments, check rooms prior to meeting etc. and liaise with other attendees, both internal and external Arrange for travel bookings and related details to be made through the support teams Arrange for the completion of photocopying, printing, organising couriers, send out of letters, faxes etc. Arrange for files to be opened and closed, supervise general filing requirements and record keeping Use effective systems to ensure that both short and long term tasks are completed within required timescales Support lawyers in marketing activities including involvement in preparation of pitches and presentations Liaise with administrative support departments on behalf of lawyers as required Liaise with the Legal Support Manager over any planned absences, arranging cover as necessary and communicating this to the relevant lawyers Become an active part in the care of clients and gain greater understanding of contacts/clients Enter, maintain and update client details and relevant information on the firm’s contacts system Deal with basic client queries and general administration Arrange client meetings Assisting with the preparation of monthly reports and monthly billing schedules. Type urgent/short/confidential correspondence and emails Assist with partner diary management and booking meetings. Produce and maintain Excel spreadsheets as required, or Powerpoint presentations. Skills: Trustworthy and able to handle confidential information / sensitive situations discreetly Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint Knowledge of law firm financial systems and billing arrangements Accurate typing speed of at least 60 words per minute Excellent telephone manner and competent knowledge of telephone system Excellent communication, organisational and team skills, unflappable Excellent attention to detail Flexible and dependable, able to take the initiative Able to remain calm under pressure and work to tight deadlines Conscientious, approachable and enthusiastic Able to quickly build confidence, respect and trust with others Have a positive attitude to daily tasks and have a solutions focussed working method Good team player, one able to understand and live the core values of the firm Benefits: Discretionary bonus scheme Well being Wednesdays Sports and Social clubs Volunteering days Subsidised restauranton site 25 days annual leave Life insurance Law Care Enhanced Statutory Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental & Adoption pay.

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