Job Details

We are working with a leading Kent based law firm who have been established for over 130 years, they are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their award-winning Residential Property team. You will play an important role directly supporting an individual fee earner on a one-to-one basis.

Responsibilities

• Audio and copy typing all correspondence to include letters, legal forms (Oyez) and quotes
• Undertake administrative duties such as photocopying, and updating client details
• Filing correspondence and ensuring files are kept up to date
• Arranging appointments and liaising with clients
• Access and input data on to the firm's client case management system
• Work as part of a team with other secretarial colleagues, assisting with secretarial and telephone cover when required

Requirements

• This role will suit an experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary who is used to working within a busy residential property team
• Fast and accurate typing speed will be beneficial
• Strong communication skills and a confident, friendly and outgoing manner both over the phone and in person
• Having a close attention to detail
• A solid knowledge of Word will be essential

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance plus Christmas shutdown
• Additional holiday in line with length of service
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life cover - 3x salary
• Reduced rate legal fees
• Membership to Private Healthcare
• Mental health support, including access to BUPA
• Monthly £20 gross wellness payment for physical and mental wellbeing
• Staff social events, including Christmas and summer parties
• Client and employee referral schemes

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled legal secretary to be part of a large department where they will support experienced residential property lawyers and assist in ensuring clients receive a high quality service, and that the transaction is as smooth as possible. The team are genuinely very friendly and you will be part of a positive working environment.

To discuss this opportunity in greater detail please contact James Wiffen on 012********* or submit your CV to *****@bwflegal.co.uk