Senior Legal Secretary

Description:

We are seeking an experienced, conscientious and highly organised Legal Secretary to join our busy legal practice.
The successful candidate will be dependable, attentive to detail and capable of working accurately and efficiently in a fast paced professional office environment.
Key Requirements:
Excellent audio-typing skills, with a high level of speed and accuracy;
Strong organisational and administrative skills;
Careful attention to detail and the ability to prioritise competing deadlines;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
Experience using LEAP legal practice management software is highly desirable ;
Ability to use LEAP to manage electronic files, documents, correspondence, tasks, appointments and client information;
Strong written and verbal communication skills;
Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
Discretion and a clear understanding of client confidentiality; and
Previous experience in a legal office, particularly in conveyancing, is desirable.
Key Responsibilities
Audio-typing legal correspondence and documents;
Creating, maintaining and managing client matters through LEAP;
Preparing documents and correspondence using LEAP templates and document-management functions;
Recording client and matter information accurately on the LEAP system;
Managing appointments, diaries, tasks and relevant deadlines;
Maintaining orderly electronic and physical files;
Dealing professionally with clients, solicitors and other third parties; and