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Our client, one of the Top Ten law firms in London are currently recruiting for roles within their beautiful offices on the Thames River.

If you have a legal secretarial background and are keen to move to the UK and enjoy the wonderful opportunities to be had - then send your CV over now!

Law Support has friendly consultants based in Australia who are able to take the hassle out of the recruitment process. Conducting interviews and testing online and providing a consultative service. Law Support provide the full service and are able to assist you with setting up a bank account, housing and various paperwork needed when you arrive in London.

We will then handle everything from London, including arranging telephone/video link ups and interviews. That way you can book your flight knowing you have the security of a role when you arrive.

Roles are available for permanent and contract Legal Secretaries in various areas of law including corporate, commercial litigation and commercial property. Typing 70 wpm min and Advanced MS Word are essential. Your CV will be looked fondly upon if you have a solid background and experience within a corporate law firm in Australia or NZ or anywhere else in the world.

Salary c£34,000 pa. Contract and Permanent roles available.

The firm offer a friendly environment and training. You will literally hit the ground running in London and will be able to enjoy all the good things such as long weekend trips to Europe and have the salary to fund these!

 

For more information or to apply for one of these fantastic opportunities, please submit your resume to jo@lawsupport.co.uk  Ref:  JW/OZ

 

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My client is a niche family lawyers based in a trendy part of the West End. You will be working for two partners who specialies in divorce and ancillary relief, child matters and cohabitation. So ideally you will have experience within these areas of Family law. You will need to have some type of Family experience to be able to be put forward for this highly demanding role. A typing speed of at least 65wpm is required as well as advanced IT skills.

Please apply today to karen@lawsupport.co.uk  Ref:  KQ/15601

 

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A Legal PA/Secretary vacancy has arisen to work for one of the UK’s largest law firms based close to Farringdon.

You will support 1 Partner based within the Finance, Projects and Technology Department, 1 Solicitor and 1 Consultant based within Corporate. Your main responsibilities will include typing letters and correspondence, audio typing, creating spreadsheets, creating PowerPoint presentations, dealing with and sorting emails, drafting legal documents, electronic and paper filing, research, booking flights and accommodation, dairy management, file management and general administration.

It is essential that you have previously legal secretarial experience and would be preferably in Corporate. Excellent typing is also need with at least 65wpm and good IT skills.

Our client is paying £31,500 plus excellent benefits including 26 days annual leave, BUPA, Pension, Life Cover, Childcare Vouchers, Season Ticket Loan and enhanced Maternity/Paternity leave.

 

Please apply to Karen@lawsupport.co.uk  Ref:  KQ-15574

 

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Graduate calibre candidate sought with legal or professional services experience as a senior PA or Business Assistant to work for this Top 10 Law firm based close to Bank and St Pauls tube station.

In this role you will be required to support the Group Business Manager for the Litigation and Regulation department. In this role you will be required to assist with a number of adhoc projects and business planning tasks including the monitoring of budgets, produce monthly reports and powerpoint presentations, liaise with HR, IT and business development departments.

You will also be required to assist with strategic planning and will monitor budgets for the department and assist with the development of marketing plans. You will prepare and draft documents and update material on the intranet and internet sites relating to the department. In addition you must have excellent PA skills and be able to organise international travel arrangements and itineraries, attend meetings and minute take and provide general administration support.

We are looking for someone very professional with excellent communication skills and flexibility as there is a requirement to travel in this role to other UK and possibly European offices.

This position offers excellent career development opportunities for someone keen to progress within the firm. It has a strong international flavour and involves working with colleagues around the world.

For this position you must be of graduate calibre with previous experience within a similar role at either a law firm or another professional services background.

In addition to £36k the firm offers excellent benefits including

• 25 days holiday
• Paid overtime time
• Season ticket loan
• Child care vouchers
• Subsidised gym
• Onsite canteen
• Private healthcare insurance
• Life insurance
• Pension plus more

Our client a well established medium sized law firm based around Chancery Lane are looking to recruit an experienced float legal secretary to provide support to a number of departments throughout the firm. The firm is organised into 6 main departments including Private Client, Property (Residential and Commercial), Company & Commercial, Dispute Resolution, Family and Employment Law.

The ideal candidate must have previous legal experience along with sound audio skills with good speed and accuracy. Knowledge of MS Word including an understanding and knowledge of conveyancing processes and legal forms. Experience of Searchflow would be an advantage but not essential.

The salary for this role is £32,000 plus benefits which include, Life Assurance, Health Insurance, Medical Insurance, Pension Scheme, Season Ticket Loan and up to 25 Day Annual Leave.

Please apply to karen@lawsupport.co.uk  Ref:  KQ-15502

 

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This highly reputable law firm based at Holborn is currently looking for an experienced Legal Secretary/PA to support 1 Partner and 1 Senior Solicitor who specialise in IT and Outsourcing Dispute Resolution.

Your duties will include typing letters and correspondence, audio typing, creating spreadsheets, creating Powerpoint presentations, dealing with and sorting emails, drafting legal documents, electronic and paper filing, research for both the Partner and Senior Solicitor, booking flights and accommodation, diary management, file management and general administration.

The successful candidate will have previous PA/Secretarial experience, excellent audio and secretarial skills and sound knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint.

In return you will receive a salary of £32,500 and great benefits which will include, 26 days annual leave, BUPA, pension scheme, life cover, childcare vouchers, enhanced maternity/paternity package, season ticket loan and great discounts and numerous retail stores.

For more information or to apply for this role please contact karen@lawsupport.co.uk  Ref:  KQ15568

 

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This role is to work for a Partner and Trainee and specialises in the resolution of disputes concerning complex financial situations. You will need to perform the usual secretarial duties and be able to work on your own inititative with fast accurate typing.

Fast and accurate audio (digital dictation) and copy typing using Word and document management system (cross training provided).

Key attributes:  Ability to work without supervision, proactive and prepared to use initiative.

 

For more information please apply to Karen Quittenden by emailing your CV to karen@lawsupport.co.uk or call 020 7600 3883  (Ref:  KQ15450)

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Legal Secretary required to work in the Contentious Rights & Dispute Resolution department of this large law firm based in the West End.

You will be required to work for two partners and two assistants starting in August 2008. Your duties will include: word processing, mainly audio but some copy typing will be involved, creating and amending new documents (including redlining/overstrike), letters and forms, witness statements and instruction to counsel, opening post and picking up voicemails in the fee earners absence, preparation of draft bills, arranging appointments with clients, internal and other external personnel, utilising diary and liaising with boardroom bookings as required, maintaining filing system, photocopying/faxing/emails for Contentious Rights & Dispute Resolution Group, opening new and closing/archiving old files, liaising with all levels within the firm as necessary and all ad hoc duties.

The successful candidate must have previous legal experience gained within a medium to large London practice, preferably within Litigation. Excellent WP/MS Office skills are also required along with a typing speed of at least 75wpm, experience of using Excel would be helpful.

Our client will pay around £32,525 for this role.  

 

Please apply to neil@lawsupport.co.uk quoting Ref:  NR-15462

 

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We have a new vacancy fresh on our books for an experienced legal secretary to work within the private client department at one of London’s well know law firms based at Blackfriars.

You will be required to support 1 Partner and 2 Associates and the role will involve typing and amending documents, diary management, liaising with clients and filing. The Partner tends to rely heavily on his secretary for technical assistance so it is essential that you have strong Word and Outlook skills.

The ideal candidate for this role must have experience working within Private Client, however our client will consider candidates who have worked in other areas of law, providing you have an interest in Private Client work.

The salary for this role is £34,000 plus benefits which include 25 days annual leave, life assurance, subsidised catering, free eye tests, season ticket loan, private medical healthcare and a pension scheme. 

Please send your CV to Neil@lawsupport.co.uk  Ref:  NR-15391 

 

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This City based law firm are currently looking for a Float Secretary to work three days a week.

 

This position will be covering all practice areas within the firm including Corporate, Private Client, Business Services and Real Estate. You will be required to provide full secretarial support to all departments as required. 

 

Duties will include typing, arranging meetings, filing and general administration duties. Candidates must have excellent time keeping, a high level of accuracy and attention to detail and a fast accurate typing speed. Willingness to take on additional responsibilities in line with the role and the ability to prioritise and work to deadlines are also important.

 

This is mid size City firm have an excellent atmosphere and working environment, a list of good benefits and a rewarding salary.

 

For further information please contact Francesca Milton on 0207 600 3883 or send your CV to Francesca@lawsupport.co.uk quoting  Ref:  16539-FM-PTF

 

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We have an exciting new vacacy to work for a large high profile law firm based in the West End. Our client is currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Legal Secretary to work within their busy Property department supporting 1 Partner who is best known for his work with companies located within the proposed site for the 2012 Olympics and supporting 1 Fee Earner.

Your main duties and responsibilities will include, copy typing of lengthy documents and processing all audio tapes, amending documents, completing legal forms using Workflow/Land Registry Direct, maintaining filing systems for Principals, using reprograics, binding and facsimile equipment when required and all other ad hoc duties.

To be considered for this role you must have a typing speed of at least 70-80wpm, along with good knowledge of Word and Excel. You must also have broad knowledge and familiarity with Commercial Property Law and you must be able to demonstrate experience of completing Property forms and using relevant search systems including Searchflow/Land Registry Direct. Experience in diary management (including electronic diaries) is essential.

The salary offered for this role is £33,000 plus benefits which include, 25 days annual leave, pension, life assurance, private healthcare and health insurance. 

 

For more information or to apply for the role, please send your CV to Neil Robins neil@lawsupport.co.uk quoting Ref: NR-15270

 

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This large global law firm based at Blackfriars are currently looking for an experienced Legal Secretary within Corporate supporting 2 Partners.

 

You key duties and responsibilities will include, typing and amending correspondence and lengthy documents, filing of paper documents and electronic filin, managing Fee Earners’ emails and dealing with email queries, diary management including organising travel where necessary, preparation Powerpoint presentations, preparing bills and following up on accounts, arranging couriers, assisting with timesheet posting and assisting other secretaries and fee earners as required.

Successful candidates will have good knowledge of Corporate work within a legal environment, along with strong technical skills and a typing speed of at least 60wpm.

Our client are offering a salary of £34,000 along with excellent benefits including private medical insurance, 26 days annual leave, private gym membership, season ticket loan, childcare vouchers and life insurance.

To find out more about this role please apply today to Neil@lawsupport.co.uk  Ref:  NR15197

 

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Our client a leading Commercial Law firm require an experienced Legal Secretary/PA for their London office based at Holborn.

In this role you will be supporting 2 Fee Earners within their Company Commercial department. Your main duties and responsibilities will include, copy and audio typing of documents, liaising with clients both in person and on the phone, setting up new files accurately and speedily on instruction from Fee Earners, managing the Fee Earmer’s diary, arranging meetings and travel when required, maintaining monthly billing process, including drafting bills and chasing outstanding invoices, dealing with monthly expenses, drafting straightforward legal documents under the supervision of Fee Earners and undertaking any ad hoc duties as requested by the professional staff in the department.

To be successful in this position you must type at least 65wpm and have good knowledge of MS Office especially Word and Outlook. Previoiusly legal experience is essential and a knowledge of Legal Client Database is desirable.

Please apply to Neil Robins neil@lawsupport.co.uk Ref:  NR15193

 

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Rapidly expanding West End based law firm are currently looking to add to the litigation team. You will be required to provide a full secretarial and administrative service including; scheduling appointments, arranging client meetings, diary management, audio and copy typing and general secretarial duties as required. In return this firm will offer excellent benefits, an friendly and supportive working environment and a good work life balance. For further information on this and any of our other vacancies, please call Francesca Milton on 0207 600 3883 or email Francesca@lawsupport.co.uk.

 

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Fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Secretary at this City based law firm working for a partner and two fee earners. Day to day duties will involve dealing with telephone queries, typing and amending of correspondence, managing diaries, arranging meetings and other administrative duties as required.

 

Applicants must have first class MS Word skills and fast accurate typing speeds. In return this client offers excellent benefits and a friendly and supportive working environment. For further information on this and our other current vacancies, please call Francesca Milton on 0207 600 3883 or email your CV today.

 

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This City based law firm is currently looking for an experienced Float Secretary to join their expanding team. This role will be working across property, litigation, corporate and employment. Day to day duties will include arranging meetings, diary management, typing and general correspondence. This is a varied, interesting and challenging role, candidates should apply a.s.a.p as it will not be around for long!

For further information on this and any of our other current vacancies, please email your CV to Francesca@lawsupport.co.uk or call us today on 0207 600 3883.

 

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This Putney based law firm are currently looking for legal secretaries to work within their Commercial Property and Employment departments. You duties will include monitoring post and emails, handling all telephone queries, typing and amending correspondence from digital dictation, diary management, organising travel arrangements and any other administrative tasks required. In return this firm offer excellent salaries and benefits package, a friendly, supportive working environment and ongoing training/personal development. For further information, please contact us today.

 

Contact  Francesca Milton on 020 7600 3883  or email francesca@lawsupport.co.uk

 

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Due to expansion this City based law firm are currently recruiting a legal secretary to work for a partner and long standing fee earner. Day to day duties will involve dealing with telephone queries, typing and amending of correspondence, managing diaries, arranging meetings and other administrative duties as required. Applicants must have first class MS Word skills and fast accurate typing speeds. In return this client offers excellent benefits and a friendly and supportive working environment. For further information on this and our other current vacancies, please send your CV today.

 

Apply to Francesca Milton  francesca@lawsupport.co.uk

 

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This highly regarded firm based in the heart of the City are currently looking for a legal secretary to join their corporate department. This role will be working for a partner and two associates. Day to day duties will include arranging meetings, diary management, typing and general correspondence. You will be working with an excellent team and the role will be varied and challenging. You must have excellent Powerpoint skills as well as a fast accurate typing speed.

For further information on this and any of our other current vacancies, please email your CV to francesca@lawsupport.co.uk  Ref:  FM/Corp

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We are looking for an Employment Legal PA/Secretary to work for a Top 10 law firm based close to St Pauls and Holborn tube stations and City Thameslink train station.

This is a very interesting, involved PA role supporting 3 senior Fee Earners.  Duties will include: diary management, filing and assisting with billing. You must be able to organise and prioritise workload. You must have a fast and accurate copy and audio typing speed (a minimum of 65wpm net) and the ability to proof read work thoroughly before returning it.

We are looking for someone with a good telephone manner who can take accurate and detailed telephone messages.

The hours for this position are 9:30am - 5:30pm although for this position we need someone who is flexible to do extra hours when required. Overtime is payable at time and a half until midnight; thereafter at double time.

Benefits for this firm include 25 days annual leave, pro rated, a newly refurbished subsidised on site Staff Restaurant, newly refurbished On-site Gym, a GP Service, Specially Negotiated Discounts at a large range of stores in and around Chancery Lane/Carter Lane & Cheapside areas

Salary £33,000 + Benefits as listed

Please apply to Jennifer Kent  jennifer@lawsupport.co.uk quoting Job Reference JK15092

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Our client, a leading London law firm, currently have several temp to perm Legal Secretarial roles to start ASAP.

They are looking for experienced Secretaries with at least 65wpm typing and good MS Office skills.   It is essential you have at least 3 years' solid legal experience within one of the following areas: 

 

 

They currently have 5 roles at present paying between £28,000 to £30,000 pa.   The positions are open immediately, so please apply today to avoid disappointment.

If you are in Australia or NZ and planning to re-locate to the UK we can get the ball rolling by setting you up an interview with an English Consultant in Australia, Jenny is an ex Law Support Consultant and understands what it is like to re-locate countries. She will go through your requirements and give you an idea of what to expect in London.  Jenny can also go through our current vacancy list and give you some idea of the type of role you can expect to secure.

We are also able to supply you with online testing, so that you are able to undertake tests at home. This will save you plenty of time to attend to other preparations and settling into the UK!

 

For more information please contact Karen Quittenden on 020 7600 3883 or email your resume to karen@lawsupport.co.uk  Ref:  KQ Temp/Perm

 

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Leading City law firm currently seeking a Legal Secretarial Manager/Co-ordinator for their Real Estate Department. In this role you will be responsible for the day to day management of the secretarial staff within the department.

You duties will include, monitoring secretarial workloads and ensuring the efficient distribution of work across the department, organising and monitoring of secretarial pairings within the department, secretarial recruitment in conjuction with HR, mamagig secretarial absence, dealing with any secretarial performance issues that may arise, liaising with operational departments to ensure smooth running of the group, supervising and allocating work to departmental floats and evening staff, arranging and chairing secretarial apprasials with secretaries and their respective partners and fee earners to ensure a consistent approach throughout the department and working with HR to indentify training and development needs for secretaries in the department.

To be considered for this role it is essential that you have previous experience within Real Estate, sound knowledge of MS Office. You must have a resilient and calm approach to deal with difficult situations which may arise from time to time.

The salary offered for this role is between £40,000 to £48,000 plus benefits which include, 25 days annual leave, private healthcare, dental cover, pension, gym membership, life assurance, season ticket loan, free eye tests and childcare vouchers.

 

For more information or to apply for this role, please send your CV to neil@lawsupport.co.uk Ref:  NR14976

 

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Fancy a new challenge for 2008? Our client a large international law firm based around Blackfriars are currently seeking a calm and confident Corporate Secretary to support 1 Partner and 1 Trainee Solicitor.

You will support a very busy and high profile Partner and 1 Trainee Solicitor in this demanding role, your duties will involve extensive diary management, maintaining up to date contact lists, audio typing of emails and ensuring the filing system is tidy and up to date. The partner is an enthusiastic character who takes great pride and enjoyment in his work and looks for the same outlook from his team.

For this role you must be a robust individual with the confidence to approach the Partner when necessary, he likes a job to be done properly so it is important if his request is unclear that you ask for more detail before undertaking the task. Corporate experience is desirable but not essential for this role.

The salary for this role is £33,000 plus excellent benefits including pension, life insurance, private health care, season ticket loan, corporate gym membership, subsidised catering and 25 days annual leave.

 

Apply to Neil Robins Neil@lawsupport.co.uk   NR/DeptSec

 

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Our client, one of the largest law firms in the world, is currently seeking a Float Secretary with Property, Corporate and Finance experience and one other area of law e.g. Construction/Insurance.

They are looking for a proactive, confident person who will be able to hit the ground running and adaptable to surroundings. The successful candidate will have sound IT skills in Word, PowerPoint and basic skills in Excel.

The salary for this role will be £33,000 with excellent benefits including Life Insurance, Private Pension, Private Health Care, Interest Free Ticket Loan, Regular Staff Events, Private Gym Membership, Childcare Vouchers, Private GP Visits, Annuan Bonus (discretionary), Training and Development Packages and a Commitment to work life balance and encouraging interests outside of work.

To find out more about this role apply today!   Call Neil Robins on 020 7600 3883 and email your CV to neil@lawsupport.co.uk  Ref:  NR14558

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Based close to Liverpool St our client an International Law Firm is looking to recruit a senior PA to work at Partner Level.

The firm offers on-going training and personal development to all staff and offer great salary and benefits.

The role will be extremely busy and involved, you will be required to speak with clients, as well as deal with complex travel arrangements and undertake some document work.  The role will be challenging as the Partner is extremely busy so previous Corporate experience will be required. Fast accurate typing and advanced knowledge of word will also be needed.

To apply, please call Neil Robins on 020 7600 3883 and  email your CV to neil@lawsupport.co.uk

 

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