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About the Role
This role is primarily centered with our Charities team, supporting fee earners with tasks such as preparing legal documents, file management, diary management, and client liaisons. It is ideal for a Legal Secretary who thrives in a fast-paced environment and prides themselves on the service they provide.
Responsibilities
- Support the preparation and management of legal documents, BD and promotional materials, presentations, and correspondence related to Charities and Employment matters.
- Perform efficient diary management for fee earners, including arranging meetings and appointments.
- Respond quickly to complete new tasks set by the team.
- Organize travel arrangements for business trips.
- Communicate with clients and other stakeholders, offering administrative and case-related support.
- Open, maintain, and organize team files to ensure information is easily accessible.
- Liaise with the firm's AML team to open new matters and gather required client documents.
- Support the team's BD initiatives by updating the CRM with client information and activity.
- Coordinate the billing process for fee-earners by opening matters and liaising with the Accounts & Finance team.
- Handle confidential information with discretion.
- Perform other ad-hoc duties as required.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Legal Secretary (at least four years) in a fast-paced law firm.
- Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively under tight deadlines.
- Fast and accurate typing skills, with high standards of written English and grammar.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with an emphasis on client service.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with legal document management systems or other key software's (iManage, 3E Elite, InterAction, BigHand, etc).
- A keen attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in all aspects of work.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Discretion in handling confidential information.
Skills
- Legal Secretary experience
- Organizational skills
- Prioritization
- Typing skills
- Written English
- Grammar
- Communication skills
- Client service
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Legal document management systems
- iManage
- 3E Elite
- InterAction
- BigHand
- Attention to detail
- Accuracy
- Teamwork
- Discretion
Location
- City of London
Work Type
- Full-time
- 9 month fixed-term contract
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- At least four years of experience as a Legal Secretary
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive starting salary
Benefits
- Comprehensive pension plan
- 25 days paid holiday per annum
- Additional leave for significant life events
- Option to purchase up to five additional days of holiday each year
- Life Assurance
- Competitive income protection scheme
- Private Medical Insurance from day one
- Dental Insurance from day one
- Enhanced parental leave policies
- Employee Assistance Programme with face-to-face counselling services
- Staff wellbeing initiatives including Pilates classes
- Subsidised gym memberships
- Bonus schemes recognising referrals and client introductions
About the Company
- Wedlake Bell is a Top 100 law firm located in the heart of the City of London, offering full services across Private Client, Real Estate, Business Services, and Disputes.
- The firm has 81 Partners and a total headcount of around 400.
- The firm has experienced year-on-year growth due to the success of its legal teams and the dedication of its staff.
- The firm's culture is recognised as one of the best in City law, built on trust, collaboration, and mutual respect.
- The firm supports work/life balance, personal development, and building strong connections.
- The firm offers regular cross-firm socials and events.
Equal Opportunity
- We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, where every individual is respected and valued.
- We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of their background or personal circumstances.