Legal Secretary/receptionist

Legal Secretary, Receptionist, Legal Assistant, Criminal Law, Criminal Defence, Legal Aid, Permanent, Walthamstow
**Legal Secretary/Receptionist**
A Legal Secretary is required by a Law Firm who provide criminal defence services to a wide variety of clients, for a range of offences, across London and the rest of the country.
Formed in 2006, the practice can boast a combined criminal legal experience of over 100 years and are well known for their robust courtroom style.
**Key areas of focus**:
The role consists mainly of-- Acting as the firm’s receptionist both face to face and over the telephone.
- Using their case management systems to open files.
- Franking mail and other general administration tasks.

The role also involves liaising with-- Courts as to hearing dates and times.
- Liaising with clients and responding to enquiries
- Audio Typing a strong advantage but not essential.

**Relevant experience**:

- Strong document production skills and confident using Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel;
- Experience of Case Management Systems
- Ability to handle a diverse range of people all strong advantages

**Key skills and behaviours**:

- A confident communicator with the ability to engage with varied client audiences;
- Good written communication skills with strong attention to detail;
- Proactive and comfortable taking initiative when faced with new challenges;
- Strong organisational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities;
- Demonstrate a high level of discretion and confidentiality at all times;
- Be an effective team player and bring energy and passion to the role

**Vacancy Information**:

- Location: Walthamstow
- Salary range: Dependent on experience
- Job type: Permanent
- Job Section: Legal
- Working Hours: Full time
- Reference: GJ113
- Contact: Gabriel Johnson

About Klein Hamilton Recruitment
Legal Secretary, Receptionist, Legal Assistant, Criminal Law, Criminal Defence, Legal Aid, Permanent, Walthamstow