Express Recruitment
Legal Secretary
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We are delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded professional services firm based in Leicester, who are seeking an organised and proactive Legal Secretary to join their team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary or strong administrator with an interest in the legal sector, who enjoys working in a fast-paced professional environment. The role will involve providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to Fee Earners, helping to ensure the smooth running of the team while managing a varied workload.
Benefits include a competitive salary of c£30,000, company bonus scheme, profit share, private medical cover, pension, generous holiday allowance, ongoing training and development, and a range of additional employee wellbeing benefits.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Deliver day-to-day administrative and organisational assistance to members of the legal team, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and within required timescales.
- Produce, update and format a range of legal and commercial documentation, including letters, reports, agreements and property-related paperwork, with a strong focus on accuracy and presentation.
- Maintain electronic and paper-based records across client matters, ensuring files are kept organised, up to date and compliant with internal procedures.
- Coordinate appointments, meetings and diary commitments for Fee Earners, while responding to incoming calls and enquiries in a professional and helpful manner.
- Assist with the administration of commercial property matters, including property searches, Land Registry requirements, Companies House records, tax documentation, completions and associated follow-up activities.
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Skills and Experience
- Previous experience within a Legal Secretary, Legal Administrator or similar administrative role is desirable, with commercial property experience being an advantage
- Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload and manage competing deadlines
- Strong communication skills with a professional and confident approach to client and external contact interactions
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using document management and case management systems, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Proactive, adaptable and able to use initiative while working independently and as part of a collaborative team
About Express Recruitment
Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7
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Vacancy Summary
- Hours: Full Time, Monday – Friday (Office Based)
- Salary: c£30,000 + Bonus + Profit Share
- Location: Leicester
- Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.
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