Legal Secretary

Job Title: Legal Secretary (Full-Time)
Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester
Salary: Up to £27,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Job Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Legal Secretary to join a well-established law firm in the Stockport area. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to our Conveyancing and Private Client Partners, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and excellent client service. If you have strong experience in legal secretarial work and are looking for a full-time role with a competitive salary, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to the Conveyancing and Private Client teams.
• Draft, amend, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and forms.
• Prepare and manage client files, ensuring all information is accurate, confidential, and up-to-date.
• Handle phone calls, emails, and other client communications with professionalism and efficiency.
• Assist with diary management, scheduling appointments, and arranging meetings for Partners.
• Manage the filing and organisation of legal documents and records.
• Assist in preparing for client meetings, including gathering and organising relevant documentation.
• Maintain and manage the billing and timekeeping systems, ensuring accurate recording of billable hours.
• Provide general administrative support such as photocopying, scanning, and faxing as required.
• Liaise with clients, external stakeholders, and other departments in a professional manner.
• Assist with managing deadlines, ensuring that all tasks are completed on time.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally with experience in Conveyancing and Private Client work.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and document preparation.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High level of organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience using legal case management software is desirable.
• A keen eye for detail, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Professional and friendly demeanor with the ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of up to £27,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
• Full-time position with standard working hours.
• Opportunity to work with experienced and supportive legal professionals.
• Career progression and development opportunities within the firm.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Pension scheme and other benefits.

If you are an experienced Legal Secretary looking to join a dynamic team in the Stockport area, we would love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role.