**Job Title:** Senior Legal Secretary
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced legal support officer for a contract role within a high-performing government legal team.
* This position offers an excellent opportunity to deliver high-quality secretarial and administrative support within a legal environment, working closely with legal professionals and the Executive Legal Secretary.
Main Responsibilities:
* Secretarial Support: Provide high-quality and timely secretarial support to legal professionals, including proof-reading billing narrations and assisting with meeting financial deadlines.
* Document Preparation: Format complex legal documents using Microsoft Word and PDF applications, prepare legal briefs, routine correspondence, and ensure timely document flow.
* Travel Arrangements: Coordinate travel and accommodation arrangements for legal staff.
* Databases and Systems: Maintain databases and information systems, including Excel, practice management, and case management systems (VisualFiles).
* Communication: Manage diaries, organise meetings, distribute agendas and minutes, compile, review, and action reports as required, and maintain effective filing, records management, and document retrieval systems.
* Financial Management: Ensure legal expenses and counsel fees are paid in accordance with procedures.
* Liaison: Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on sensitive and confidential issues.
* Continuous Improvement: Contribute to continuous service improvement and provide client-focused support.
About You:
* Prior experience in legal secretarial or administrative roles, preferably within government or legal settings.
* Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, document formatting, and data entry.
* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
What We Offer:
* The opportunity to work in a high-performing government legal team.
* A supportive and collaborative work environment.
* The chance to develop your skills and knowledge in a dynamic and challenging role.