Legal Secretary

Description

We are seeking a Junior Secretary to provide secretarial assistance and support to the Dispute Resolution Department.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

* Offer comprehensive secretarial support which includes scheduling appointments and meetings, handling incoming calls, and managing general inquiries

* Conduct conflict checks as required by the team

* Assist in the preparation of legal documents for both internal and external purposes, ensuring consistency in formatting, numbering, and other details

* Support lawyers with the billing process by drafting pre-bills, editing narratives, preparing cover letters and emails, and finalizing bills

* Prepare and submit expense claims on behalf of lawyers

* Undertake other ad hoc projects as and when assigned

* Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information

Education / Qualifications

* GCE O Level or Diploma holder

* 1 to 2 years of secretarial experience in the legal industry is preferred

* Candidates without relevant experience may also apply. On-the-job training will be provided

* Demonstrates a good command of written and spoken English

General Skills

* Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

* Excellent IT skills, particularly in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

* Ability to prioritise and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines

* Effective team player

* Highly organized and detail-oriented

* Friendly, approachable, and flexible in approach

* Exceptional interpersonal skills

Interested applicants are to email their detailed resume to [email protected] stating their current and expected salaries and also date of availability

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview