Legal Secretary
| Salary | £16k to £18k |
| Location | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Hours | 37.5 per week |
| Type | Permanent |
| Length of Contract | Permanent |
| Reference No. | 14193N |
| Posted On | June 25, 2008 |
Our client, a professional and well respected Solicitors in Newcastle are seeking an experienced Secretary within the Construction Litigation department.
This role is offered on a permanent basis and main duties and responsibilities will include:
- Audio and copy typing of correspondence
- Supporting Partners in daily secretarial tasks
- Undertaking diary management
- Arranging travel for partners when requested
- Liaising with clients in a professional manner
- Taking incoming telephone calls and relaying messages, or making calls on behalf of Partners and fee earners as requested
Candidates must be able to demonstrate:
- Strong secretarial background, ideally within a litigation department
- Audio and copy typing speed in excess of 55wpm
- An articulate and professional telephone manner
- A high level of initiative within the workplace