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We are delighted to be working on behalf of one of the longest-established law firms in East Anglia, who are currently recruiting for an experienced Legal Secretary within their friendly Wills & Probate team.

Skills & Experience:

* Proven Legal Secretarial experience gained from a professional law firm, with a good understanding of Wills & Probate

* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal

* Strong attention to detail and accuracy

* Excellent computer skills, particularly using Microsoft Office, document management and legal document production software

* Organised with a flexible approach to work

* Exceptional problem-solving abilities

* Audio typing skills (desirable)

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

* Providing effective and efficient secretarial support to the Wills & Probate team

* Keeping Records up to date and general filing (both paper & electronic documents).

* Archiving Files.

* Typing up Legal Documents, including transcribing audio dictation, correspondence, emails, and all other like documents.

* Answering the phone and making a documented record.

* Organising diaries and making appointments for fee earner(s).

* Receiving “On Account” payments from Clients and referring these to accounts department.

* Informing accounts department of any Client changes.

* Generally finalising matters and obtain edger printouts before closing file.

* Covering reception as and when required.

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