Our Client is a well-established law firm in North Bristol and is currently seeking a Legal Secretary within its Private Client Department to work under the Head of Department who can potentially offer a 4 day week.   You will  provide advice on Wills and Estate Administration, Trusts and Estate Planning, Tax and Powers of Attorney. The role will be to support the Head of Department with the following:

Duties:

  Produce documents and correspondence as directed by lawyers 

• • Efficient handling of telephone enquiries and calls generally
• • Provision of assistance to and dealing with tasks as delegated 
• • To set up new files and new matters accurately and speedily on instructions from lawyers 

The ideal candidate will have: 

• • Good literacy skills and an understanding of providing secretarial/administrative support to professional staff 
• • An accurate and good typing speed (at least 60 wpm) and experience of audio typing 
• • A proficient knowledge of MS Word and other Office products 
• • Be a good team player with a willingness to offer support to others and a “can-do” attitude 
• • Be enthusiastic, flexible and efficient with a helpful and friendly manner for dealing with clients and colleagues 

The ideal candidate for this particular opportunity will have previous relevant Legal Secretarial experience (3+ years’). 

This a superb opportunity to work for a well-respected private practice.

Salary £21-26k

Reference: P1301