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I'm currently recruiting for a well established law firm based in Basingstoke who is recruiting for Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant to join their fast paced and supportive team, this position is a 9 - 12 month maternity cover and will be supporting The Head of Department (Litigation) and the Associate Solicitor – Employment. Daily duties will include -

* Providing secretarial assistance to fee earners, to enable them to work efficiently. This includes a wide range of tasks, in particular;

* preparing documents and correspondence, including preparing mail and enclosures.

* typing letters and other legal documents (utilising dictation software)

* photocopying and filing;

* opening and closing matter files;

* handling telephone and other queries from clients and others including taking initial enquiries.

* taking telephone messages; and

* making appointments and managing diaries.

* General support for other Departments when necessary (eg in the event of sickness, absence on holiday cover or pressure of work)

* Post cover where necessary

* Liaising with Office Administrator regarding photocopying requirements and, where necessary (ie due to absence or workload of Office Junior) to carry out photocopying

* Working in tandem with other staff in the Department

* Reception cover where necessary

* Any other duties as reasonably directed by the Directors

Please apply asap, this is a great opportunity to work for an expanding Law firm, within a supportive team environment, offering excellent benefits and competitive salary