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Corporate Legal Secretary

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Gateley

25d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You need 6-12 months of legal secretary experience, strong admin skills, IT proficiency (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), excellent organization, attention to detail, and a commitment to confidentiality.
  • You will manage file openings, conduct KYC/AML checks, assist with billing, handle correspondence and documents, manage diaries, book meetings/travel, archive files, and maintain databases.

Requirements

  • At least 6 to 12 months previous legal secretary / legal assistant experience is essential
  • Demonstrate good administrative skills, IT proficiency, using Word, Power Point and Excel.
  • Strong organisation skills, attention to detail
  • Willing to continually learn and adapt to new procedures.
  • Always demonstrate discretion and maintain absolute confidentiality.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting with file opening
  • Carrying out KYC and AML checks
  • Assisting with billing
  • Audio typing
  • Typing and drafting correspondence
  • Amending documents
  • Diary Management
  • Booking meetings
  • Arranging and booking travel and accommodation
  • Archiving files
  • Updating and maintaining databases
  • Scanning and preparing documentation

FAQs

What is the location of the Corporate Legal Secretary role?

The role is based in our Manchester office.

How many days per week is a regular office presence required?

A regular office presence of four days per week is required.

What level of experience is needed for this position?

At least 6 to 12 months previous legal secretary or legal assistant experience is essential.

What type of software proficiency is expected?

Good administrative skills and IT proficiency, particularly in using Word, PowerPoint, and Excel are expected.

Will the Corporate Legal Secretary have an opportunity to interact with clients?

Yes, the successful candidate will be confident in liaising with colleagues, clients, and external parties.

What kind of training and development opportunities are available?

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities via our Learn platform to help develop new skills and progress your career.

Are there any specific tasks that the Corporate Legal Secretary will be involved in?

Yes, the Secretary will assist with tasks such as file opening, KYC and AML checks, billing, diary management, and more.

Is it necessary to maintain confidentiality in this role?

Yes, demonstrating discretion and maintaining absolute confidentiality is a key requirement for this position.

Does the company offer any benefits for employees?

Yes, we offer a competitive remuneration package, an opportunity for an annual bonus, a comprehensive rewards package, and many additional benefits.

Is there room for growth and progression in this role?

Yes, there are great development and progression opportunities available for committed and loyal employees.

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Gateley

We are Gateley, a legal and professional services group.

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Passionate problem solvers, we get our kicks from finding the right answers and getting our clients where they need to be. Since arriving as the new kids on the block all those years ago, we’ve earned our stripes in the legal industry, building a leading name and a revered reputation. It’s why we went Plc – the UK’s first commercial law firm to do so. It’s why we’re pushing the limits of what a legal and professional business can offer. Our diverse team is made up of experts in all areas of law and business. But it’s about more than just their expertise. It’s about being straight talking. We deliver all this advice in simple, clear, everyday language, so you spend less time decoding jargon and more time focusing on what's important to you.