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Legal Secretary
DAC BeachcroftLegal Secretary providing high-quality secretarial and administrative support to lawyers in a leading international law firm. Organising case files and assisting with client communications in a fast-paced environment.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in legal administrative support, including document management, client communication, and financial reporting. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and PowerPoint, with a strong focus on maintaining confidentiality and managing multiple priorities effectively.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Legal Administrative SupportDocument ManagementClient CommunicationMicrosoft Office ProficiencyStakeholder Management
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Hard Skills
Document ManagementFinancial ReportingBilling AdministrationCase ManagementPresentation Preparation
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProactive MindsetCollaborative ApproachConfidentiality
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointCase Management Systems
Industry Keywords
Legal EnvironmentProfessional ServicesClient-FocusedAdministrative Support
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide comprehensive support to lawyers and work closely with colleagues across the wider business
- Manage inboxes, emails and correspondence on behalf of lawyers where required
- Prepare, format and distribute documents and communications to a high standard
- Support the organisation and management of case and matter files
- Arrange meetings, coordinate diaries and organise travel arrangements
- Assist with client communications and ensure adherence to client-specific processes and requirements
- Produce presentations, marketing materials and other business documentation
- Maintain accurate client contact information and document records
- Support lawyers with billing administration, matter management and financial reporting tasks
- Process expenses and assist with finance-related queries
- Manage confidential information in accordance with firm policies and data security requirements
- Work collaboratively with legal and business support teams to deliver an excellent internal and external client experience
Requirements
What you’ll need- Experience in a legal, professional services or similar client-focused environment
- Previous secretarial, administrative or executive support experience
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong stakeholder management skills with a collaborative approach
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and PowerPoint
- Confidence learning and using new systems and technology
- A highly organised and methodical approach to work
- A proactive mindset and willingness to support colleagues where needed
- A professional, confidential and discreet approach when handling sensitive information
- Experience with document management or case management systems would be advantageous but is not essential.
Benefits
Comp & perks- As a Disability Confident Scheme employer, we’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage (including the application, assessment or interview process), please contact **recruitment@dacbeachcroft.com** in confidence with the vacancy reference in the subject line, and we’ll be happy to help.