Job Category: Administration Legal Receptionist
Job Type: Full Time Permanent
Job Location: Canterbury
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join a dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess strong administrative skills and a keen understanding of legal terminology and procedures. This role is essential in providing comprehensive support to our legal professionals, ensuring the smooth operation of our office.
Duties
- Provide administrative support to lawyers and legal teams, including managing schedules and appointments.
- Prepare, proofread, and edit legal documents, correspondence, and reports using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Conduct audio typing of dictations and transcribe legal documents accurately.
- Maintain an organised filing system for both physical and electronic documents.
- Utilise Microsoft Outlook for effective communication and scheduling.
- Assist in managing case files, including tracking deadlines and court dates.
- Perform research as required, utilising IT skills to gather relevant information efficiently.
- Handle client communications with professionalism, demonstrating excellent communication skills.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure all tasks are completed within set timeframes, showcasing strong time management abilities.
Qualifications
- Proven administrative experience within a legal environment is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Excellent typing skills with a high degree of accuracy.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Familiarity with audio typing is advantageous but not essential.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
If you are passionate about supporting a legal team and possess the necessary skills to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Legal Secretary.