Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary Conveyancing - Probate - Dublin 2 - up to €40,000 DOE - fully onsite - permanent About the Position You'll be a part of a small but busy team. Your typical day to day will vary, but as a standard, you'll start each day by checking emails and voicemails, managing the lawyer's calendar, and scheduling appointments. This might involve coordinating with clients, witnesses, and other professionals. You'll prepare legal documents based on dictation, handwritten notes, or existing templates. This could include formatting contracts, wills, letters, or court filings. You'll also be responsible for filing these documents and keeping the case files organised. You'll be the first point of contact for clients, answering questions, scheduling meetings, and relaying messages to the lawyer, while you will also handle some basic client communication. Throughout the day, you'll handle various administrative duties like photocopying, scanning documents, and managing office supplies. Overall, the role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks. You'll need to be adaptable and efficient to keep up with the fast-paced legal environment. Key Responsibilities Manage electronic dictation and correspondence Schedule appointments, maintain calendars, and track deadlines Prepare and format legal documents Assist with client communication and file management Perform other administrative duties as needed Experience/Requirements Previous experience in a legal secretarial role Excellent organisational skills and a keen eye for detail Strong communication and interpersonal abilities Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; legal software experience a plus Team player with a positive attitude Remuneration Package Salary range based on experience up to €40,000 Skills: Audio Typing Copy Typing Audio Transcription File Management Legal terminology Secretarial Assistance Assistance Fee Earner