Legal Secretary
Location: Herne Bay, Kent

Benefits
* Competitive salary, dependent on experience
* Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm
* 23 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (rising to 26 days + 8 bank holidays after 2 years' service)
* Workplace pension
* Death in service benefit
* Access to benefits and reward scheme ( After probation)
* Health and wellness portal

We are working with an established and reputable law firm in Herne Bay, seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its friendly Private Client team based in the Herne Bay office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional and well organised individual who enjoys working within a busy legal environment, providing secretarial and administrative support to the Partner and Private Client Department.

Key Responsibilities

Providing full secretarial support to the Partner, including audio typing via a digital dictation system, managing appointments, and dealing with client queries
Maintaining the Partner's diary, coordinating meetings, and reporting on upcoming commitments
Regularly reviewing client files and flagging any required actions
Accompany fee earner on client visits, such as Will signings, as required
Liaising with the Records Management Team for document retrieval and retention, and keeping records up to date
Handling complex document photocopying, including certified documents such as Wills and LPAs
Supporting general office tasks including answering calls, greeting visitors, handling post, and providing wider administrative supportRequirements

Previous experience as a Legal Secretary ideally, with proven ability to carry out audio typing using digital dictation
Strong administrative skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skillsIf you are an experienced Legal Secretary looking to join a supportive team in a reputable law firm, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications will only be considered, if you live within a 30-minute commutable distance to Herne Bay. To apply email: (url removed)

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