Legal Secretary

My client is looking to recruit a Legal Secretary to support Fee Earners, up to Partner level, in a busy Family team based in Reading. In addition to having a solid legal background, the ideal candidate will have efficient diary management skills, a confident attitude and a pro-active approach to work. The successful candidate must also have strong communication and organisational skills, be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Previous experience of working in a corporate unit would be a distinct advantage but is not essential.

The successful candidate

The successful candidate will be a personable and confident individual who has excellent administration skills. He/she will be able to work on their own initiative, produce high quality work, have a flexible, can do approach and excellent typing (65wpm) and IT skills along with the following attributes:

* previous experience within a similar role
* previous experience supporting up to Partner level
* ability to work on own initiative
* produce high quality work
* flexible, can do approach
* attention to detail
* organised with time and documents
* excellent typing skills (65 wpm) and IT skills
* discretion and professionalism
* maintaining confidentiality at all times