Full job descriptionWe are working on a sole agency basis with our Romford based client to find them an enthusiastic Admin Assistant / Junior Legal Secretary to join their team. This very rare opportunity would suit a college leaver or second jobber who is looking for a career path within the legal sector. If you are keen to work in Law, have excellent communication skills, English and Maths GCSE grades 4 or above, good IT skills, a strong attention to detail and are keen to learn, this is the role for you! Full training is provided and the opportunity to grow within a professional, established Law firm who truly look after their staff.
Duties will include: -
*Booking appointments for the Fee Earners
*Attending meetings with the Fee earners
*Being first point of contact for customer wills and probate enquiries
*Typing attendance notes and amending documentation and correspondence
*Opening and closing legal files, taking and copying ID, confirming identity
*Retrieving legal documents from storage
*Progressing the administration of estates / paying expenses
*Taking minutes at departmental meetings
*Making calls, sending out documentation, general administration duties
*Providing cover in the absence of other team members
You will need: -
*Keen interest to work in Law and keen to learn
*English and Maths GCSE at grade 4/C or above
*Excellent communication and customer care skills
*Strong team player with a positive and enthusiastic approach
*Strong eye for detail / accuracy
*Good organisational and IT skills
What is on offer: -
A salary of £25,000 - £26,000pa, a great benefits package and the opportunity to learn and grow within the legal sector.
The working hours are Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm


If you have the qualifications and attributes we are looking for, please apply with your CV attached for consideration.