Eventus Legal are seeking a Legal Secretary with prior experience to join a successful team based in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role is a permanent position.

Role responsibilities

As Legal Secretary you will support the fee-earners across a number of teams, but primarily within commercial property, private client and family law. Duties may include, but not limited to:

• Typing dictation: letters, telephone notes, meeting notes etc.
• Preparing Court forms and bundles
• Greeting visitors to the office
• Answering the phone
• Checking ID, AML, Media checks etc.
• File opening
• Preparing clients monthly bills from matter listing and sending out to clients

Person specification

The ideal candidates will be an experienced Legal Secretary, preferably with experience across multiple practice areas. You will be organised and efficient and be keen to join a friendly, progressive team in a busy environment. You must have excellent IT skills and be focussed on client care and maintaining relationships, both externally and internally.

Rewards

You will be joining an incredibly supportive and team orientated organisation located in an easily accessible location, close to the Central station. You will benefit from 25 days holiday (increasing with service), a genuine commitment to hybrid working, life insurance, charity and social events and a genuine focus on encouraging a good work life balance.  

About the Company

The firm is long-established law firm, with a client base tracking back over decades. They are friendly and welcoming and are often recognised in both Legal Awards and employer recognition awards.

Next Steps

If you are interested in learning more about this Legal Secretary role, please send your CV to Amy Watson at Eventus Legal via email on amy.watson@eventuslegal.com or contact 0113 418 2494 for a confidential discussion.