Legal Secretary
£25,000 – £30,000 Per Annum
AREA: Stafford
TYPE: Permanent
OUR REFERENCE: S17815TA
THE COMPANY
A reputable legal firm based in Stafford, renowned for providing comprehensive legal services to both individuals and businesses, is currently recruiting for an experienced Legal Secretary. This is a permanent position situated in an office environment. Full Time or Part Time.
THE ROLE
We are partnering with a prominent law firm in Stafford to recruit an experienced, diligent, and professional Legal Secretary to join their team. This role primarily involves supporting the Family department, assisting a long-established Solicitor and their team with a variety of secretarial tasks. Key responsibilities include preparing correspondence and legal documents through audio and copy typing, liaising with clients in person, over the phone, and via email, and managing all paperwork including daily filing, opening, closing, storage, and retrieval of client files. Additional duties include providing general administrative support to the lawyer, covering reception during busy periods, scheduling appointments, arranging meetings, and maintaining various diaries.
REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 12 months’ prior experience as a legal secretary, preferably within the Family department. They must possess fast and accurate audio and copy typing skills, be a good communicator, and work effectively as part of a team. A good standard of education (Grade C or above in English/Maths at GCSE level) is essential, along with excellent spelling, grammar, organisation, and attention to detail. Experience with Lexcel would be advantageous.
COMPANY BENEFITS
This position offers a salary of £25,000 – £30,000 per annum, with standard working hours of 35 hours per week, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, inclusive of a one-hour lunch break. The firm is open to considering candidates seeking reduced hours. Additional benefits include 23 days of holiday, a company pension scheme, and free onsite parking.