Legal Secretary

Blue Peg Recruitment

Posted 3 days ago, valid for 4 days

London, Greater London EC3N 1AH, England

£15 per hour

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The job is for a Temporary Legal Secretary position located in Aldgate, requiring an immediate start for a duration of one week.
Candidates must have proven experience as a Legal Secretary within a law firm or legal department, with proficiency in the SOS case management system.
The role involves providing administrative support, managing legal documents, and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.
Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.
The salary for this temporary assignment is competitive and commensurate with experience, although the specific amount is not mentioned.

Job Title: Temporary Legal Secretary (SOS System)

Duration: 1 Week (Temp Assignment) immediate start

Location: Aldgate

Working Hours: MondayFriday, 9:00am5:00pm

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary for a one-week temporary assignment to support a busy legal team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in using the SOS legal case management system, with a strong background in legal administrative duties. This short-term role requires someone who can hit the ground running, work independently, and provide high-quality secretarial support to fee earners.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing administrative and secretarial support to solicitors and legal executives.
Using the SOS case management system for document preparation, file management, time recording, and correspondence.
Drafting and formatting legal documents, letters, and forms.
Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings.
Handling incoming calls, emails, and other communications.
Opening, closing, and archiving legal files.
Filing and scanning documents to the case management system.
Ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations.

Essential Skills & Experience:

Proven experience as a Legal Secretary within a law firm or legal department.
Proficiency in SOS (Solicitors Own Software) case management system is essential.
Strong typing and document formatting skills.
Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures.

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