Legal Secretary

Reed Business Support, the UK's leading specialist recruitment partner, is currently seeking a Commercial Legal Secretary for our client, a well-respected legal firm based in Gillingham. This role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic team, providing essential support to legal professionals.

Commercial Legal Secretary Day-to-day of the role:

• Prepare and manage correspondence, legal documents, reports, and court papers accurately and within required timeframes.
• Maintain schedules and calendars including court diaries, travel arrangements, and meeting coordination.
• Manage, organise, and update relevant data using database applications.
• Communicate and liaise verbally and in writing between clients/solicitors and relevant staff, and interpret and respond clearly and effectively to spoken requests over the phone or in person.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and the general public.
• Perform reception duties in an efficient, professional and courteous manner.
• Maintain regular consistent and professional attendance, punctuality, personal appearance, and adherence to relevant health & safety procedures.

Commercial Legal Secretary Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Commercial Legal Secretary or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, regulations and court system.
• Excellent typing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• High degree of attention to detail and discretion as well as the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Commercial Legal Secretary Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates and prompt payment.
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle and commitments.
• Access to a variety of assignments across different industries.
• Dedicated consultant to support your career development.
• Opportunity to accumulate holiday pay for paid time off.
• Contributions to pension scheme to help you save for the future.
• Access to Reed Discount Club for a range of discounts on services and products.
• Work with a reputable agency known for its high standards and quality service.

The ideal Commercial Legal Secretary candidate would need to be able to show experience obtained from a similar role, be in commutable distance to our client in Gillingham, and be available to start work immediately. You would be required to work full-time in our office.

To apply for this Commercial Legal Secretary position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience.