Legal Secretary

Newcastle upon Tyne

£20,000 - £25,000

Permanent

BMC Recruitment is delighted to be working with a law firm in Newcastle to assist them in their recruitment for a legal secretary to join them on a permanent basis.

Background

This role is perfect for someone who has existing legal secretary, personal assistant or administration experience and is looking for a new challenge. The role is offers hybrid working ( 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home). 

Duties & Responsibilities

The role will encompass providing support to solicitors and includes:

• Sorting incoming post
• Contacting client to progress matters where possible without giving legal advice
• Making and diarising appoints including making room bookings
• Ensuring that files are being kept up to date and are easily accessible.
• Preparation of document bundles
• Typing/ Word processing to support the fee earners

Person specification

• Fast and accurate typist
• Previous secretarial or administration experience
• Experience of working in a legal environment would be desirable but is not essential

Benefits:

• Salary of up to £24,000 DOE
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays increasing with length of service
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• Discounted legal services
• EAP