JM Legal Ltd
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London, Greater London
Legal Secretary - US Law Firm (Litigation)
Overview
Legal Secretary - Litigation New role working for a fantastic US law firm in Central London Supporting a team of 5, made up of 1 Partner, 3 Associates and 1 Trainee, this role could be the perfect next step for any Legal PA with at least 4 years experience looking for a new challenge. This US Law firm are known for their cohesive culture, team ethic and rewarding environment, meaning the successful candidate will be joining a warm and welcoming environment, geared towards helping you fulfill your potential. Duties for this position include: - Extensive and Accurate diary management of the Partner in the allocation. - Arranging meetings/lunches/dinners - follow up confirmations - Paper filing - Amending documents - Sending out monthly bills by letter and email - Extensive travel arrangements - Timesheet entry - Arranging taxis/travel for meetings/lunches/dinners - Preparation of expense reports; petty cash and cheque requests - Audio typing (digital dictation) - Dealing with telephone queries/relaying relevant messages accurately - Scanning/copying - Opening new client matters - Preparing Audit Letters Legal Secretary - Litigation The successful Legal Secretary / Legal PA will have the option of working 9am until 5pm, with a minimal requirement for overtime. This is a balanced, "360" secretarial role, involving full organisational and technical support on a daily basis. The culture of this firm is centered around rewarding all employees for their hard work, at all levels. Not only does this firm offer an excellent salary and benefits package, they also offer a comprehensive support network to guarantee the highest level of success, and most stress free integration for any new Legal Secretary joining the firm. In order to be considered for this position, you must possess the following skills/experience: - At least 4 years experience gained as a Legal Secretary/Legal PA, candidates with more experience will obviously be considered - Professional proficiency across MOS packages (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) - Experience of working within Litigation is beneficial but not essential, candidates with experience gained in other commercial areas will also be considered - A tested typing speed of at least 60wpm JM Legal can provide tests Please only apply if you possess the experience as listed above. This is criteria set by our client, and candidate who do not have the required experience will not be considered for this position. JM Legal are one of London's most prominent legal recruitment specialists due to their unparalleled service standards to both clients and candidates over 25 years. Our experienced consultants combine exceptional levels of customer service with detailed market knowledge and a client base that encompasses the vast majority of law practices in London and the Home Counties.