Legal Secretary

Job Description

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Pertemps is recruiting on behalf of a well-established professional legal firm in Edinburgh for a Legal Administrator to join its busy and supportive team.

n This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual to join a professional working environment, providing essential administrative support and contributing to the efficient delivery of day-to-day services.

n The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting colleagues, maintaining accurate records and documentation, coordinating administrative processes and helping ensure that client matters are managed efficiently and professionally.

n Key ResponsibilitiesThe role will involve a varied range of administrative duties, including:

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• Supporting client onboarding procedures, including the preparation of engagement documentation, terms of business and anti-money laundering (AML) checks.

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• Providing administrative and financial support in connection with client matters and ongoing transactions.

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• Preparing reports, updating client records and maintaining accurate information within the case management system.

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• Requesting and coordinating searches, preparing registration documentation and assisting with relevant tax returns.

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• Drafting and formatting professional correspondence, reports, forms and other documents, including work from dictation where required.

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• Coordinating travel arrangements, managing diaries and providing general file and document administration.

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• Supporting the review and improvement of internal processes and procedures to promote efficiency and maintain high standards.

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• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of administrative operations.

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About YouWe are looking for a proactive and organised individual with previous experience in an administrative role. Experience within a legal, professional services or similarly structured office environment would be advantageous.n n n You will ideally demonstrate:n n n

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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.

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• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands while meeting deadlines.

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• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and quality.

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• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including strong document preparation and editing skills.

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• A professional, flexible and positive approach to work.

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• The ability to work independently when required while contributing effectively as part of a team.

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• A willingness to learn, develop new skills and adapt to changing priorities.

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What's on Offer?n

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• A full-time opportunity within an established Edinburgh legal firm.

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• A varied administrative role offering valuable experience in a professional legal environment.

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• A supportive team and collaborative working culture.

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• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your administrative career.

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• A competitive salary and benefits package.

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How to ApplyIf you are an organised and motivated administrator looking for your next opportunity within a professional legal environment, we would love to hear from you.n n n Please submit your CV to Pertemps for consideration.n

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