We are seeking a friendly and professional Legal Secretary to join our Wills and Probate team at the Oxford Office of Hine Solicitors.

Main Duties for Legal Secretary;

• Providing administrative assistance such as initiating new files, generating documents, organising filing systems, retrieving files, photocopying, managing emails, and handling postal matters
• Keyboarding both standard and specialised letters
• Creating documents using relevant precedents and templates to precisely capture instructions from fee earners
• Engaging with clients via phone and in-person to address enquiries
• Coordinating and scheduling meetings and appointments
• Assisting with the monthly billing cycles
• Performing additional duties and responsibilities as needed

Qualifications:
1. Professional attitude and appearance.
2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
3. Hands-on experience with office equipment
4. Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise.
5. Excellent organizational skills.
6. Customer service attitude with the ability to interact with clients in a respectful and friendly manner.
7. Work experience as a Legal Secretary would be advantageous but not essential.
Hine Solicitors is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Application Process:
Please submit a cover letter and CV via email to recruitment@hinesolicitors.com. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
• Administrative: 3 years (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Legal Secretary in Oxfor

• Providing administrative assistance such as initiating new files, generating documents, organising filing systems, retrieving files, photocopying, managing emails, and handling postal matters
• Keyboarding both standard and specialised letters
• Creating documents using relevant precedents and templates to precisely capture instructions from fee earners
• Engaging with clients via phone and in-person to address enquiries
• Coordinating and scheduling meetings and appointments
• Assisting with the monthly billing cycles
• Performing additional duties and responsibilities as neede