Legal Secretary

  • Location

    Taunton

  • Sector:

    Admin & Clerical, Administration & Office

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £18500 - £20500 per annum

  • Contact:

    Liam Hawkins

  • Contact email:

    lhawkins@meridianbs.co.uk

  • Contact phone:

    01823 334799

  • Job ref:

    LH-8

  • Published:

    20 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2021-03-07

  • Startdate:

    2021-02-05

Legal Secretary
Permanent- Full Time
Taunton
£18,500- £20,500 (dependant on experience)
 
Meridian are currently recruiting for a well-respected, progressive and market leading Solicitors Firm in Taunton, Somerset. The company is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their team. Legal Secretaries are an essential part of the fee earning process within this firm. Working hours are Monday- Friday, 9-5.
 
Role Duties:
  • Produce a variety of documents from audio or digital dictation and other instructions
  • Collation of documents
  • Deal accurately with filing and in a timely manner
  • Make effective use of IT systems, specifically the case management system
  • Take and record accurate messages and pass on to the appropriate person
  • Attend to clients both on the telephone and in person in a professional manner.
  • Keep others informed of workload and capacity.
  • Archiving and retrieval of files from storage.
  • Make appointments, arrange meetings, and maintain an up to date diary.
Requirements:
  • Experienced audio typist with excellent typing skills of at least 70 WPM.
  • A team player who is flexible and dedicated.
  • Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications.
  • Ability to work effectively and efficiently.
  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent written and interpersonal skills.
  • Confident and professional telephone manner.
Role Overview
  • Permanent role to start ASAP
  • Full Time
  • Previous knowledge of experience with PI process/ Medical Terminology is advantageous however not essential.
  • Induction, training, and support for new team member will be provided
  • This role is a working from home position in the initial phase and will then become an office-based role in the future
Benefits
  • Competitive salary 
  • Excellent career prospects in a progressive company
  • Free parking on site
  • Competitive pension scheme
  • Annual Leave
How to apply?
 
Click apply now for immediate consideration or email lhawkins@meridianbs.co.uk for further information.