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Temporary Legal Secretary

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Location:
United Kingdom, Reading, Berkshire

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Category:
Legal

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Contract Type:
Not provided

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Salary:

16.00 GBP / Hour

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Legal Secretary to join our client's Private Client team, providing dedicated support to a solicitor and assisting with in-office operations. This is a varied and hands-on role requiring excellent organisational skills, common sense, and a strong understanding of probate and private client matters.

Job Responsibility:

  • Document Management: Open and process all incoming post each morning
  • Scan and save documents into the Redbrick case management system
  • Email scanned documents to the remote solicitor promptly
  • Scan and forward documents dropped off by clients
  • Client Interaction: Greet clients who visit the office and take detailed enquiries
  • Handle incoming phone calls and take accurate messages
  • Provide initial information and reassurance to clients where appropriate
  • Administrative Support: Book appointments for the in-office solicitor handling wills and powers of attorney
  • Manage and maintain the solicitor's diary using the computer system
  • Draft and type letters
  • Prepare and send forms to clients with covering letters via post
  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with the solicitor on probate matters
  • Communicate effectively across time zones, ensuring timely updates and follow-ups
  • Liaise with other team members to ensure smooth office operations

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Private Client and Probate
  • Strong IT skills, particularly with case management systems (experience with Redbrick is a plus)
  • Familiarity with working across time zones or supporting remote professionals
  • Experience in managing legal correspondence and client communications

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 05, 2025

Expiration:
July 04, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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