Legal Secretary
Private Client
County Durham
£22,000 - £25,000

Legal Secretary

Ref: 1646| Posted: 2nd Dec 2024

Eventus Legal are seeking a Legal Secretary with experience in Private Client matters to join a successful, growing law firm based in Durham, County Durham. This is a full-time, permanent job position but with flexible hours. Benefits include hybrid working, 25 days holiday (increasing with service) plus your birthday as an extra and Christmas closure that you don’t have to save holiday for.  

Role Responsibilities

The incoming Legal Secretary will assist the Private Client team. Some of the daily duties will include:

  • Audio typing
  • Operating on their case-management system (Proclaim)
  • Diary management
  • Scanning documents
  • Liaising with clients and other professionals
  • General administration relating to private client work 
  • Liaising with clients and other professionals

Person Specification

We are looking for applications from individuals who have previous experience as a Legal Secretary, minimum of 2 years but highly experienced options will also be considered. You will also have:

  • Whilst not essential, previous experience in private client (wills, trusts, probate) would be advantageous.
  • Strong IT and admin skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Hardworking, diligent and self-motivated.
  • Adaptable and flexible to meet the needs of the business.
  • Ability to work to tight deadlines and communicate effectively.
  • Good organisation skills.
  • Reliable, friendly, and approachable.
  • Ability to work as part of a small team, and complete tasks independently.

Benefits and Rewards

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team based in the North-East. Although the role is based in Durham, County Durham, the successful candidate will also have the opportunity to work remotely on a hybrid basis. Other benefits include:

  • Annual salary reviews
  • Long service awards
  • 25-day holiday allowance (increasing with service and you don’t have to save any for Christmas!)
  • Private healthcare
  • Flexible and agile working

About the Company

This is a highly successful law firm in Durham with a low-staff turnover and an excellent reputation in the local market. This firm has several offices throughout the North-East. Having worked with this law firm for a number of years, I can confirm that they are a great employer and take real pride in developing and supporting their employees’ career progression.

Next Steps

Apply now to be considered for this career enhancing job opportunity. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Legal Secretary job, please send your CV to Amy Watson at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at amy.watson@eventuslegal.com or phone 0113 418 2494.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career.

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