We have a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Secretary with proven experience of working within the area of Family Law, seeking a new challenge with an award winning firm. The purpose of this role is to assist and support with secretarial and administrative duties.

Job Description

The successful candidate must have experience in the following:

*Audio and copy typing all correspondence to include letters, legal forms (Oyez) and quotes
*Answer the telephone in a polite and efficient manner
*Undertake administrative duties such as photocopying, and updating client details
*Filing correspondence and ensuring files are kept up to date
*Arranging appointments and dealing with clients
*Access and input data on to the firm's client case management system
*Work as part of a team with other secretarial colleagues, assisting with secretarial and telephone cover when required
*Handle all confidential information discreetly

The Candidate

To be successful in your application, you will possess the following attributes:

*Proven experience working as a Legal Secretary within the area of Family Law
*Excellent technical skills which include a fast and accurate typing speed (a Legal secretarial qualification is desirable)
*Excellent technical skills which include a fast and accurate typing speed and a Legal secretarial qualification is desirable
*The ability to manage a busy workload with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines
*Good communication skills and a confident, friendly and outgoing manner both over the phone and in person
*Attention to detail
*A good working knowledge of Word is essential

You will be based in Rochester, working in a friendly expert team.

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