Junior Legal Secretary

Description

As a Junior Legal Secretary at Resource Law, you will learn and do all aspects of the secretarial role and develop a strong understanding of the firm’s processes, and the IT systems used. You will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to an allocated group of fee earners while demonstrating flexibility in covering for other secretaries and assisting the wider team when needed. A proactive attitude and a positive contribution to the team are essential to succeed in this role.

Practical Experience/Academic Qualifications

Minimum of 3 GCSEs or equivalent including English and/or a diploma. A minimum of 2-3 years’ experience at a Legal Firm is required. 

Skills and attributes
1. Proficiency in speaking and reading in Mandarin would be an advantage, due to the need to converse with Mandarin speaking clients

2. Adequate administrative knowledge and skills, which includes proficency in Microsoft Office tools

3. Knowledgeable with billings and time narratives

4. Able to utilise accounting, operational and administrative applications as relevant to area of responsibility

5. Able to understand legal industry requirements and guidelines as relevant to role

6. Can Identify and classify legal documents, and organise and file them according to standard firm practice

7. Able to file documents electronically with third parties

8. Can understand the basic terminology and transactions of applicable practice area and clients

9. Able to understand the client engagement process and ensure compliance of time and expense reporting requirements

10. Ability to work co-operatively with others and supports the team

11. Proactive and enthusiastic

12. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely

13. Adaptable, flexible and has organisational skills 

Interested applicants are to send their detailed resume with recent photo, stating current and expected salary to [email protected]. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.