Legal Secretary

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced and highly organised Legal Secretary to join a long established, busy, suburban firm in Carrickfergus.

You will be working with a Solicitor/Partner in the field of Family Law to include Matrimonial and Children's Law.

Key Responsibilities include;

• Providing excellent administrative support to solicitor
• Diary management to include Court attendance, scheduling appointments and consultations via zoom and in person
• Drafting and completion of correspondence and legal documents
• Making and receiving calls, emails and handling client queries in a professional and timely manner
• Maintaining an accurate and up to date paper and electronic filing system
• Navigating the Legal Aid LAMS system
• Transcribing audio dictation, verbal and written instructions with a high degree of accuracy

You should have;

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary
• Experience with the LAMS system
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement in day-to-day tasks

Working hours - Negotiable, full-time and part-time hours will be considered.

Salary - Commensurate with experience, circa £24'500.00 - £28'000.00 per annum.