• Location: Hertfordshire
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: £28k - £33k p/annum

I am recruiting for a Legal Secretary to join my client's Private Client team in Hertfordshire. This role involves providing thorough secretarial and administrative support to at least two lawyers within a very experienced private client team. My client provides a supportive, collaborative working environment and prides itself on providing exceptional client service.

• Answering the telephone, assisting clients with enquiries, and managing client interactions.
• Meeting clients, answering queries, taking messages, and making file notes.
• Opening and closing client files, including conducting online money laundering checks.
• Managing lawyers’ diaries and organising meetings.
• Managing outgoing post and emails, ensuring timely communication.
• Maintaining up-to-date internal and client files.
• Typing and drafting of standard letters and forms for lawyer’s approval.
• Managing documents, including requesting and logging deeds.
• Liaising with the accounts team for timely and accurate administration of transactions.
• Inputting client details into various management systems.
• Assisting with secretarial and telephone cover as part of the team.

• Previous secretarial experience within a law firm is highly desirable.
• Strong client relationship skills and a confident approach to client interactions.
• Fast and accurate keyboard skills 
• Excellent command of grammar and spelling.
• Proficient in relevant software packages and practice/case management systems.
• High level of organisation and administration skills.
• Ability to take direction, instructions, and feedback positively.
• Capable of handling pressure.
• Excellent timekeeping and a smart appearance.
• Strong attention to detail, trustworthy, and reliable.

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.
• Engaging work culture with a highly reputable team.
• 25days holiday plus festive shut-down
• Health cash plan
• Bonus schemes
• Choice of pensions
• Hybrid working options

If you're an experienced Legal Secretary and you'd like to work for one of the most prestigious and welcoming law forms in Hertfordshire, then please apply online now.