Legal Float Secretary

Carlton Recruitment ,
London, Greater London
Salary: £28,000 per annum

Overview

LEGAL FLOAT SECRETARY - 6 month Contract £28,000 Pro Rata London and Surrey Full time temporary Exciting opportunity for Legal Secretary with experience in Property, Family and Private Clients on a full-time, six month contract with the likelihood to be extended. The role is primarily focused on providing support fee earner in the absence of their PA’s or Secretaries. You will be based at any of out client seven offices, the locations being Guildford, Epsom, Reigate, Leatherhead, Cranleigh, Fulham and Wimbledon. The role is for someone who is self-starter, highly motivated with great initiative. Key Responsibilities: Preparing correspondence and documents to including digital dictation Make appointments, arrange meetings and to maintain an up to date diary for senior staff. Prepare the conference meetings, including booking rooms arranging refreshments. Provide support and guidance to junior secretaries Providing excellent customer service to clients both in person and on the telephoneOperate the Firm’s Case Management System Provide suggestion to improve to the efficiency of the department. Undertake any specific training and training towards self-development. Ensure the confidentiality of all the Firm’s and clients’ documentation and information. Person Specification Previous Legal Secretarial experience in Property, Family and Private Client Excellent typing skill and IT knowledge in relevant packages Very good understanding of how their fee earners work Demonstrates high levels of accuracy Excellent and professionally communication skills with clients over the telephone and in person Provides excellent customer care Positive and pro-active approach to work Progresses client matters with supervision Ability to meet deadlines and under pressure and work as part of a team Demonstrates a positive attitude Knowledge of case management systems Benefits: 37 hour working week 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private Medical Cover Contributory pension scheme (5% from employer, 3% from employee) Life assurance - 4 x annual salary Annual bonus scheme Employee Assistant Programme Career Development Plans