Kelly Finley t/a Finest Recruits
- Hours flexible
- Hourly rate negotiable
Temp Legal Secretary – Residential Conveyancing
Location: Hertford, Finchley or Potters Bar
Duration: 22nd – 29th June (6 full days)
Hourly Rate: £22 – £25 per hour – Negotiable
A well-established multi-office law firm is seeking an experienced Temporary Legal Secretary with strong Residential Conveyancing experience to provide short-term support during a busy period. This assignment requires full availability across all six days of the booking.
Although you may be based at any of the firm's offices in Hertford, Finchley or Potters Bar, the ideal location is Hertford, as you will be supporting the Partner and the majority of the active files are held there.
The Role
You will provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to a highly respected Partner within the Residential Conveyancing department. This is a fast-paced role that requires accuracy, strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently.
Key duties include:
- Digital dictation and audio typing
- High-volume document production and amending legal correspondence
- Managing incoming and outgoing post and emails
- File management, including opening, closing and maintaining case files
- Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and other third parties
- General administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the Partner's caseload
This is a heavy typing role and requires someone confident working in a busy typing role.
Requirements
- Residential Conveyancing experience is not essential but would be desired
- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary within a law firm
- Strong digital dictation and typing skills
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines
- Professional, reliable and able to hit the ground running
- Must be available for the entire booking: 22nd – 29th June – inclusive
Hours
- Monday to Friday
- 9:00am – 5:30pm – can be flexible with hours
- 1 hour unpaid lunch break
Why This Role?
You will be supporting a genuinely lovely Partner who is known for being friendly, organised and easy to work with. The team is friendly, supportive and professional, and the firm has an excellent reputation across Hertfordshire and North London.
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