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Legal Secretary

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Kennedys

18d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must have secretarial experience, knowledge of legal practice, and proficiency in word processing and office software.
  • You will manage tasks for fee earners, organize documents, learn team practices, relay messages promptly, and interact professionally with clients.

Requirements

  • Previous secretarial experience
  • Competent knowledge about legal practice
  • Proficient in word processing/office software.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and prioritise tasks according to urgency for fee earners in both the Casualty Coverage and Property, Energy and Construction team.
  • Access and store copy reports, correspondence and documents produced by the Document Production Team
  • Seek to develop knowledge of the team practice area, learning how it operates and adhering to it
  • Take and record accurate messages and pass on to the appropriate person and without unnecessary delay
  • Attend to clients both on the telephone and in person in a professional manner.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Casualty Coverage team at Kennedys?

The main focus of the Casualty Coverage team is to advise on high value and complex coverage disputes that often involve multiple jurisdictions, including forum and choice of law disputes.

What type of claims does the Property, Energy and Construction team specialize in?

The Property, Energy and Construction team specializes in insurance claims, providing coverage advice and defending high-value, international, and complex claims for major multi-national companies.

What are the key responsibilities of the Legal Secretary?

Key responsibilities include managing and prioritizing tasks for fee earners, accessing and storing documents, developing knowledge of the team’s practice area, recording and passing on messages accurately, and attending to clients professionally.

What qualifications are required for the Legal Secretary position?

Required experience includes previous secretarial experience, competent knowledge of legal practice, and proficiency in word processing and office software.

Is there an opportunity for candidates with varying levels of experience to apply?

Yes, while a level of experience is indicated, it serves as a guideline, and applications from candidates with more or less experience are welcome.

Is there any support available for applicants needing adjustments?

Yes, Kennedys encourages candidates to let them know if they require any additional support or adjustments to submit their application.

A global law firm with expertise in litigation/dispute resolution and advisory services.

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1899
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Kennedys is a global law firm with expertise in litigation/dispute resolution and advisory services, particularly in the insurance/reinsurance and liability sectors. With over 2,150 people worldwide across 41 offices in the UK and Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific and the Americas, we have some of the most respected legal minds in their fields. We act for insurers, reinsurers, Lloyd’s Syndicates, public bodies and corporates. Our deep sector knowledge means that we understand the impact of proposed regulations and advise our clients on the implications this will have on their business. Every day we make a difference for our clients.